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SUMMARY:Meet + Learn: Peru's Salkantay + Inca Trails
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring presentation about the iconic Salkantay + Inca Trails featuring stories and insights from a our backpacking group adventure in Peru last May/June. \nHear firsthand what it’s like to trek through breathtaking mountain passes\, explore ancient ruins\, and experience the magic of the Andes. Whether you’re dreaming about hiking in Peru someday or simply love travel stories\, this is a chance to learn\, ask questions\, and be inspired by a real-life trail experience. \n5:30 pm – Come grab a seat and mingle.\n6:00 pm – Presentation begins. \nLight snacks will be provided.
URL:https://cosbackpackers.com/event/meet-learn-perus-salkantay-inca-trails/
LOCATION:REI\, 1376 E Woodmen Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80920
CATEGORIES:Meet + Mingle
ORGANIZER;CN="Leigh":MAILTO:cosbackpackers@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:March Meet + Mingle
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our every other month Meet + Mingle! \nOur Meet + Mingles are a great way to meet new COS Backpackers or mingle with those you already know. Newbies and long-time trekkers are welcome! \nCome for the whole event or just pop in to say hello! Have questions about upcoming events? Want to know more about our events before joining? This is the place to do that! \nWhat’s at Bristol…\nTo Drink: https://www.bristolbrewing.com/our-beers/ \nTo Eat: https://www.ivywildschool.com/eat
URL:https://cosbackpackers.com/event/march-meet-mingle/
LOCATION:Bristol Brewing\, 1604 S Cascade Ave\, Colorado Springs\, 80905\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet + Mingle
ORGANIZER;CN="Leigh":MAILTO:cosbackpackers@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Learn to Use COTrex from an Expert!
DESCRIPTION:“Discover and explore Colorado’s unique trail experiences with the Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX). Available for free and without ads\, COTREX offers the most comprehensive official trail map in the state and is a collaborative effort spanning over 230 trail managers. \nView trails by allowed uses on the map\, browse featured routes\, download offline maps\, view closures\, alerts\, wildfire boundaries and avalanche forecasts\, record trips and notes in the field\, and share your experiences with the community.” \nJoin us to learn everything you need to know about how to use COTrex\, but this time\, learn from an expert! Joe O’Brien\, State Trails Program Coordinator with Colorado Parks and Wildlife\, and manager of the Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX) app and program will be joining us to walk us through the app. \nPresentation will begin around 5:45 pm. \nCome prepared and make sure yo download COTREX on your phone before arriving! \nGoogle: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cotrexapp\nApple: [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/colorado-trail-explorer/id1435737776 ](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/colorado-trail-explorer/id1435737776) \nPlease note\, food and drink (except water) is not allowed in the community room at the fire station. No animals.
URL:https://cosbackpackers.com/event/learn-to-use-cotrex-from-an-expert/
LOCATION:Colorado Springs Fire Station #20\, 6755 Rangewood Drive\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80918\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet + Mingle
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leigh":MAILTO:cosbackpackers@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:2026 Kickoff Meet + Mingle
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our first Meet + Mingle of the year! We will recap our 2025 adventures\, lay out what’s on deck for 2026\, and celebrate our love for trail life! \nOur Meet + Mingles are a great way to meet new COS Backpackers or mingle with those you already know. Newbies and long-time trekkers are welcome! \nCome for the whole event or just pop in to say hello! \nWhat’s at Bristol…\nTo Drink: https://www.bristolbrewing.com/our-beers/ \nTo Eat: https://www.ivywildschool.com/eat
URL:https://cosbackpackers.com/event/test/
LOCATION:Bristol Brewing\, 1604 S Cascade Ave\, Colorado Springs\, 80905\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet + Mingle
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leigh":MAILTO:cosbackpackers@gmail.com
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