Wilderness Workshops

Wilderness workshops
Ski/Snowboard Wax Night

Want to learn how to prep your own gear for the upcoming season? Learn how to properly wax your skis or snowboard, sharpen your edges and get tips for keeping your gear in the best shape possible. Bring your own skis or board! All waxing and sharpening equipment is provided. 

  • Date: Jan. 23
  • Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
  • Fee: $10
  • Location: Rec Center, OP classroom

Backcountry Gear Repair

Outdoor gear is expensive, so make it last! Spend an evening with Outdoor Pursuits and learn basic at-home and in-the-field repair and maintenance techniques to keep your gear working for a long time. 

  • Date: Jan. 29
  • Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Fee: $10
  • Location: Rec Center, OP classroom

Customize a Chalk Bag

Join us for a crafty evening and meet other climbers! Chalk bags and customization supplies are provided. 

  • Date: Feb. 13
  • Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Fee: $20
  • Location: Rec Center, OP classroom

Mycology of the Front Range

Curious about different kinds of mushrooms and where to find them? Come learn about the mycology of the Colorado Front Range! 

  • Date: Feb. 26
  • Time: 6:45-8:15 p.m.
  • Fee: $10
  • Location: Rec Center, OP classroom

Spring Wildflower Identification

Learn more about native Colorado wildflowers! Join us to dive into some identification techniques and potential uses for native Colorado flora. 

  • Date: March 6
  • Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Fee: $10
  • Location: Rec Center, OP classroom

Backcountry Cooking: Breakfast!
Tired of eating oatmeal for breakfast on every backpacking trip? This clinic will cover basic backcountry cooking techniques and new and exciting breakfast options while giving you first-hand experience testing some of our favorites. The best part: you get to eat what you prepare!
 
Course fee includes all cooking equipment and food.
 
Participants will be required to indicate any food allergies in a survey prior to this course.
  • Date: March 19
  • Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Fee: $20
  • Location: Rec Center, OP classroom

Off Season Ski & Snowboard Maintenance

Everybody knows that waxing and tuning your ride is essential for a successful winter season, but do you know how to properly prepar and store your skis or snowboard for the off season? Join us an learn the ins and outs of cleaning, waxing and properly storing your skis or board to maintain them for seasons to come! All equipment provided. Bring your own skis! 

  • Date: April 2
  • Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
  • Fee: $10
  • Location: Rec Center, OP classroom

Peaks & Painting

Unwind and de-stress before finals! Join us as we spend an evening at Chautauqua enjoying beautiful views, painting and drawing inspiration from the natural world. 

  • Date: April 17
  • Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
  • Fee: $20
  • Location: Rec Center Room: OP Classroom