Rock and Ice Climbing
Ice Courses
Ice Climbing - Lake City (a Top 5 Adventure)
Head south with us for 2 days of ice climbing in the new Ouray! We will drive to Lake City and spend 2 nights in the local hostel before walking 10 minutes to the climbs. Learn the basics of top-rope ice climbing, and how to use all the gear that is involved. All climbing gear and transportation is provided. Group meals will be cooked, but food is not provided.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Member Fee | Code |
| 3/1-3/3 | 2/28; 5pm | 2/24; 3pm | 7 | $270 | 620189B |
| Non Member Fee | Code | ||||
| $290 | 620189C |
Ice Climbing - Day
Want to try out the amazing sport of ice Climbing? Then spend the day learning the basics of top-rope ice climbing in Clear Creek Canyon near Golden. All climbing gear will be provided. Carpooling will be required.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 1/19 | 1/17; 5pm | 1/17; 3pm | 4 | $50 | 620135A |
| 2/10 | 2/8; 5pm | 2/4; 3pm | 4 | $50 | 620135B |
Rock Courses
Top Rope Fun
Spend a full day top rope climbing around Boulder! We'll teach you all the basics about belaying, equipment, techniques, and places to go. A great way to get started with rock climbing.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 3/16 | 3/14; 5pm | 3/14; 3pm | 6 | $40 | 620110A |
| 4/14 | 4/11; 5pm | 4/11; 3pm | 6 | $40 | 620110B |
Women Rock!
Experience a full day of rock climbing specifically for women. No experience necessary. You'll learn how to belay, get specific climbing advice from a female instructor, and meet other cool women climbers.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 4/6 | 4/4; 5pm | 4/4; 3pm | 6 | $40 | 620150A |
Crag Clean-up Eldorado Canyon
Join the OP program for an afternoon of service as we work to clean-up, and repair trails at some local climbing areas.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 4/6 | 4/4; 5pm | 4/4; 3pm | 25 | FREE | 620501A |
| 4/20 | 4/18; 5pm | 4/18; 3pm | 25 | FREE | 620501B |
Intermediate Climbing
If you have taken the Top Rope Fun course or have prior top rope experience and are looking to get out to a new climbing area and climb some harder climbs, then this is the course for you! You will spend the day at one of the local climbing areas working on climbing technique and climbing some of the classic traditional and sport climbs in the area.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 4/7 | 4/4; 6pm | 4/4; 3pm | 4 | $40 | 620156A |
| 4/27 | 4/25; 6pm | 4/25; 3pm | 4 | $40 | 620156B |
Climb the First Flatiron
Try climbing another of the majestic flatirons! Enjoy a weekend day on a guided climb up the First Flatiron. You must have a base skill level of belaying and rappelling. Beginner climbers welcome.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 4/13 | 4/11; 5pm | 4/11; 3pm | 2 | $50 | 620118A |
| 4/19 | 4/18; 5pm | 4/18; 3pm | 2 | $50 | 620118B |
| 5/4 | 5/2; 5pm | 5/2; 3pm | 2 | $50 | 620118C |
Intro to Mountaineering
Spend the day learning the basics of self-arresting with as ice axe and group travel techniques in an alpine winter environment. Ice axes, snow shoes/crampons and all other necessary group equipment will be provided.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 3/9 | 3/7; 5pm | 3/7; 3pm | 8 | $50 | 620154A |
Yoga & Bouldering
Like to boulder and want to learn how yoga can help you or vice versa? This course will start off with a 40 minute yoga session on Flagstaff Mountain, and will then shift gears into a bouldering course on some of the classic boulder problems in this climbing mecca we call home! Bouldering pads, shoes and yoga mats will be provided if necessary.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 4/12 | 4/11; 6pm | 4/11; 3pm | 10 | $10 | 620153A |
Natural Anchor Setting
Learn how to set up an anchor using minimal gear. Top-rope anchors will be taught. All students will have the opportunity to build their own top-rope anchor.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 3/17 | 3/14; 6pm | 3/14; 3pm | 6 | $40 | 620115A |
Intro to Lead Climbing
Join us for a full day of mock lead climbing and instruction. The Outdoor Program's Natural Anchor setting course or similar knowledge is recommended prior to taking this course.
| Dates | Pre-Trip Meeting | Reg. Deadline | # of Part. | Fee | Code |
| 4/14 | 4/11; 5pm | 4/11; 3pm | 3 | $40 | 620120A |
All or part of the CU Outdoor program is conducted on public lands under special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. National Park Service, Boulder County Open Space and/or Colorado Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation.
