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On March 25, there will be a cross-country ski or snowshoe trip to the scenic Indian Peaks, one hour from Boulder, from 1:30-5:30 pm. For $15 you will receive transportation to and from the site. Ski or showshoe rental will cost an extra $10, to be paid on site. The out and back route will total 3 miles. Bring a waterproof coat and pants, hat, gloves, warm socks, gaiters (if you have them), hiking boots (if you snowshoe), sunglasses, and a daypack with food and water.

Alternatively that same day, you can hike in the nearby Eldorado Canyon State Park, from 1:30-4:30 pm. For $10, you will be provided transportation to and from Eldorado Canyon. The out and back route will cover 2 miles. Bring hiking shoes or boots, sunglasses, and a daypack with water, food, and winter clothing.

On March 26, there will be a downhill ski trip from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. For $70, you receive transportation to and from Eldora Mountain Resort and lift-ticket. Ski rental will cost an extra $18, snowboard rental $23. Bring a waterproof coat and pants, a hat, gloves, warm socks, sunglasses and water. Lunch can be purchased at the ski area.

If you wish to participate in any of these trips, please fill out the relevant waiver and return to Noel Lenski, 248 UCB, Boulder CO 80309-0248: Hiking waiver, Cross-country waiver, Downhill waiver

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