Ellen Miller is hosting an Uphill Ski Meetup geared for those 50+ Men and women welcome, and don't worry, we won't be checking ID's for your age ;)
Meet at the west end of the Elk Lot Trailhead at 5:30 - Please note that the Elk Lot is free after 3pm. We will walk up the Beaver Cr Recreational Path together to the base of the Landing at 5:30pm (please note that the sidewalk can be icy). Then, we will put out skis on and depart at the Landing by 5:45pm. We'll skin at a relaxed pace for about an hour. The route will be Leav the Beav. up to The Ritz for Alpine Social Hour before skiing back down. For the go-getters, you can also skin up past The Ritz to Mamie's up Sawbuck trail and then head down the The Ritz for the social hour.
All abilities and fitness levels welcome. We move in groups so no one is left behind and attendees can move at their own pace together. For us the goal of these meetups is to offer opportunities for folks to get together, nourish current friendships or make new ones, and get outside. We just ask that you try to have a bit of an understanding on your gear as our ambassadors are not pros. Cripple Creek Backcountry Avon is kindly offering 50% off gear rentals for this event! Just mention this uphill.
Reminder: This is not a professionally guided event, we're just a group who love skiing/riding and socializing and are doing what we can to connect the community. Skiing or riding is at your own risk. Suggested gear: headlamp, helmet, layers, and water. Of course your touring gear too! Skis, skins, poles, etc... No uphill pass is required.