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Wednesdays at Western: Gothic Mountain Summit Hike

Led by Karen Immerso, this off-trail hike ventures to the north ridge of Gothic Mountain then on to two potential summits at 12,079’ and 12,490’. Some sections are steep, but a supportive group effort will allow for an enjoyable, challenging peak climb and spectacular views into the Oh-Be-Joyful and Maroon Bells Wilderness Areas. Transportation and a sack lunch are provided. Cost: $20.

  • Extended Studies
  • Aug 07, 2013 07:00 AM to Aug 07, 2013 04:00 PM.

Wednesdays at Western: Sea Kayaking Blue Mesa

Enjoy the beauty of the Blue Mesa Reservoir and the surrounding mountains from the seat of a sea kayak. Participants learn the basic strokes and skills necessary to safely paddle the sea kayak. If weather and interest permit, the class practices capsizing and re-entry. Class concludes with an appropriate paddling tour along the shoreline and coves of Blue Mesa. Transportation and a sack lunch are provided. Cost: $30.

  • Extended Studies
  • Aug 07, 2013 10:00 AM to Aug 07, 2013 03:00 PM.

Wednesdays at Western: Blue Mesa to Lake City History Tour

Explore the area from Gunnison to Lake City with Duane Vandenbusche. Stops include the Iola boat dock along the Blue Mesa Reservoir with a talk on water and the West, the Lake City Museum, Lake San Cristobal, Slumgullion Pass, the Lake City Cutoff, and the Elk Creek Marina. Learn about the history of water, ranching, Lake City, the Denver and Rio Grande narrow gauge railroad, the three dams on the Gunnison River, and the Black Canyon. A slide show on the Black Canyon begins the trip. Transportation, continental breakfast, and a sack lunch are provided. Cost: $30.

  • Extended Studies
  • Aug 14, 2013 07:30 AM to Aug 14, 2013 05:00 PM.

Wednesdays at Western: Horsemanship and Riding

Saddle up with experienced guides from Tenderfoot Outfitters to explore the West Elk Mountains. Participants are introduced to the grooming and saddling of their horses. Then they journey into one of the most spectacular areas of the Rockies on a scenic two-hour trail ride. Transportation and sack lunch are provided. Cost: $60.

  • Extended Studies
  • Aug 14, 2013 09:00 AM to Aug 14, 2013 02:30 PM.

Wednesdays at Western: Mount Bellview Summit Hike

Mount Bellview sits prominently to the north of the Gothic town site with the historical Silver Spruce Mine on its eastern flank. Approaching the summit from Rustlers Gulch, the group hikes to the summit at an elevation of 12,520’ surrounded by great views of the Maroon Bells and the Gothic valley. Transportation and a sack lunch are provided. Cost: $20.

  • Extended Studies
  • Aug 21, 2013 07:00 AM to Aug 21, 2013 04:00 PM.
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