BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Colorado Springs Backpackers - ECPv6.16.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://cosbackpackers.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Colorado Springs Backpackers
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Denver
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20250309T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20251102T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20260308T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20261101T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20270314T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20271107T080000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260617T013436
CREATED:20260410T154058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T182220Z
UID:850-1778317200-1778421600@cosbackpackers.com
SUMMARY:Barely Backpacking 2.0: Newlin Creek
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to members only who have completed a qualifying hike and the waiver. \n\n\n\nTrip difficulty: Beginner \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Plan: \n\n\n\n\nCarpool (~1 hr) to trailhead; AWD/4WD with higher clearance may be needed for the final mile\n\n\n\nEarly season trip (weather dependent)\, low elevation with multiple creek crossings\n\n\n\nCamp near remnants of an old logging site (steam boiler\, flywheel\, chimney)\n\n\n\nOptional day hike to the high point (possible views)\n\n\n\nCould this be a day hike? Yeah\, that’s how most people do it. But if you’re looking for an excuse to test out new or dust off the backpacking gear\, this is it.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStats: \n\n\n\n\nHike in: 2.6 mi\, +1\,427 ft / -27 ft\n\n\n\nDay hike: 1.3 mi\, +733 ft / -733 ft\n\n\n\nHike out: 2.6 mi\, +27 ft / -1\,427 ft\n\n\n\n\nPotential stop on the way home for lunch in Florence/Penrose area.
URL:https://cosbackpackers.com/event/barely-backpacking-2-0-newlin-creek/
LOCATION:Meeting Location Available Only to Attendees
CATEGORIES:Overnight
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T013436
CREATED:20260520T184358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T185230Z
UID:891-1779264000-1779296400@cosbackpackers.com
SUMMARY:Colorado Trail: Segments 12 & 13
DESCRIPTION:Colorado Trail Segments 12 & 13\nTotal Miles: 41.1\nGroup Size: 5 (Including Host)\nMeet Time: 8 AM \nPlan:\nDay 1: 12 Miles to Frenchmen Creek\nDay 2: 13.4 Miles to Cottonwood Pass Rd\nDay 3: 15.7 Chalk Creek Trailhead \nDescription:\nJoin us for a scenic and rewarding 3-day backpacking adventure along Colorado Trail Segments 12 and 13. This stretch offers a perfect mix of alpine terrain\, forested sections\, and stunning views. \nRequirements: \nFill out waiver: https://forms.gle/VkERmkk7ChV3f4c27.\nComplete a qualifying hike – we do this to ensure everyone’s safety and to make sure everyone is able to respect others. See calendar for upcoming hikes.\nResources:\nThe 10 Essentials: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html\nWhat to Bring Backpacking: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/backpacking-checklist.html
URL:https://cosbackpackers.com/event/colorado-trail-segments-12-13/
LOCATION:Meeting Location Available Only to Attendees
CATEGORIES:Colorado Trail Segment,Overnight
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260529T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260617T013436
CREATED:20260513T012440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T185214Z
UID:879-1780038000-1780246800@cosbackpackers.com
SUMMARY:Lost Creek Wilderness Loop
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to members only who have completed a qualifying hike and the waiver. \nPLEASE READ EVERYTHING BEFORE RESPONDING!\nEveryone\, up to group size of 10 people will be moved off the wait list if they have completed 1 and 2 below. Well-behaved\, leashed trail dogs are welcome as long as they have completed a qualifying hike. \nRequired actions before trip:\n1 – *Fill out waiver: https://forms.gle/71SPiqc4iyqDmD8Y7\n2 – *Complete a qualifying hike. Check the calendar regularly for upcoming opportunities.\n3- Attend a pre-planning Google meeting one week before trip start date (will send invite via Google closer to).\n*including any +1 \nTrip difficulty: Intermediate+\n3 days / 2 nights\, ~28 miles\, ~5\,600ft \nRoad access is unclear—reports say it may stay closed until mid-June\, though the campground next to trailhead says it opens mid-May. Will call Forest Service closer to date. Can pivot to a different trailhead if needed. \nDay 1 (5/29): Drive to trailhead (~3 hours)\, high clearance may be needed.\n10.24 miles\, +2435′-1593′\nDay 2 (5/30): 10 miles\, +2161′-3438′\nDay 3 (5/31): 8 miles\, +1062′-625′\, drive home \nEquipment/Resources/Etc: \n\n\n\nBear safety: Bear canister\, Ursack\, or rope/cord and the ability to do a bear hang\nLNT principles are enforced by this group.\nWhat to Bring Backpacking\n10 Essentials\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://cosbackpackers.com/event/lost-creek-wilderness-loop/
LOCATION:Meeting Location Available Only to Attendees
CATEGORIES:Overnight
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR