CREATE WINTER MEMORIES FAMILY MOUNTAINEERING & BACKCOUNTRY WEEKEND March 1-4, 2018 ESTES PARK CENTER

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Welcome! Thank you for joining us for Family

Mountaineering and Backcountry Weekend. We

feel it’s important to get the entire family out

together, no matter the season. The Estes Park

community is the gateway to the National Park

and your next adventure! We are proud of our

local community and hope you feel part of it as

you learn about winter safety in the backcountry.

HOSTED BY:

YMCA OF THE ROCKIES YMCA of the Rockies– Estes Park Center

The YMCA of the Rockies puts Christian principles into practice through

programs, staff, and facilities in an environment that builds healthy spirit,

mind, and body for all.

We are one of the largest childcare providers for the community of Estes

Park, we serve over 10,000 students in outdoor educational programming

throughout the year, and encourage outdoor

exploration by all through our extensive guided

hiking program.

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The Estes Park Mountain Shop prides themselves on being the "go-to" gear shop for any outdoor adventure. Whether it be snowshoeing for the first time, summiting Longs Peak, or renting a split-board for an epic day of backcountry riding, we have everything any outdoor enthusiast may need. We have a massive amount of rental gear for people to get out in the mountains. Our rental gear ranges anywhere from a child carrier for hiking with the kids, to beacons for staying safe in avalanche terrain.

2050 Big Thompson Ave. Estes Park, CO 80517 Just East of Town on Highway 34

ESTES PARK MOUNTAIN SHOP

(970) 586-6548

8AM - 9PM

RENTAL EQUIPMENT FEES CALL THE SHOP TO RESERVE YOUR GEAR!

Snowboard only $13 / Day

Sport Skis only $13 / Day

Performance Skis only $15 / Day

Sport Ski Boots only $13 / Day

Perf. Ski Boots only $15 / Day

Ski Poles only $5 / Day

Helmet $5 / Day

AT Skis/Splitboard only $35 / Day

AT Boot only $35 / Day

Probe 203 $5 / Day

Apline Trekker $15 / Day

Avi Package $20 / Day

Beacon Tracker $15 / Da

Shovel B-1 $5 / Day

BD STS Skins $15 / Day

Snowshoes $5 / Day

Snow Boots $10 / Day

Adult Coat $15 / Day

Adult Pant/Bib $15 / Day

Adult Coat/Pant $25 / Day

Kid's Coat $12 / Day

Kid's Pant/Bib $12 / Day

Kid's Coat/Pant $20 / Day

Adult Goggles $8 / Day

Kid's Goggles $6 / Day

Microspikes $8 / Day

Gaiters $5 / Day

Sleds $5 / Day

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THURSDAY KICK OFF

Opening Activities

Welcome! Stop by Sweet Memorial

between 2-5pm to enjoy hot chocolate,

coffee, water and snacks by the fireplace.

Have any questions answered by Sweet

Memorial Staff about Mountaineering

Weekend. We have details about classes,

the Vendor Hall, and excursions.

Ladies Meet up for Climbing—She

Jumps

Join the wonderful women from SheJumps to pre-

pare yourself to go explore Estes Park. You will

get all the information, equipment, and personal

attention needed to take on climbing on Friday/

Saturday. There is a cost involved as you will

have professionals teaching you climbing in the

outdoors and supplying the equipment needed.

*Mandatory meet up for women signed up for

Friday and Saturday excursion. (Meet at Longs

Peak Lodge- Keyhole Meeting Room, 1-3pm on

Thursday)

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Meet at Assembly Hall

Thursday, March 1 @ 6:00 pm

Doors open @ 5:00pm

Assembly Hall Kick Off:

Line of Descent Viewing of Warren Miller Film Snowriders are a family—one big tribe comprising of many smaller ones. Familial rites pass down through generations. Skier roots grow deep in high mountain soil. Line of Descent celebrates just that, the lineage of legendary athletes through a multi-generational cast of skiing’s icons and fresh faces, including Tommy Moe, Jonny Moseley, JT Holmes, Lexi duPont, Seth Wescott, Kalen Thorien, Marcus Caston, Jeremy Jensen, Griffin Post, and more.

Ride along on a stunning cinematic journey as we travel near and far, descending some of North America’s deepest lines in Jackson Hole, Mon-tana, Silverton, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, and Steamboat.

From powsurfer to splitboard, motorcycle, dogsled or snowmobile, watch as athletes chase winter along the Beartooth Pass, the French Alps, New Zealand, British Columbia, and Norway.

“This season, we explore how skiers are shaped by picking up a pair of skis for the first time,” notes producer Josh Haskins. “More often than not, it’s family who introduces us to the sport or steers us on the path towards an ongoing passion—be it a ski bum lifestyle, a professional ca-reer or simply the desire to pass on the same feeling to the next genera-tion. There is a kinship unlike any other in the ski community, and Warren Miller is the elder, bringing generations of skiers and riders together for 68 years, and this year is no different.”

THURSDAY NIGHT MOVIE

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YMCA OF THE ROCKIES Sweet Memorial Program Building

Hours of Operation:

Sun-Thurs 8:30am –5 pm , Fri & Sat 8:30am –8:30 pm

Sweet Memorial Program Building offers many family programs, rental

equipment, hiking and trail information, recreation equipment, board games,

and much more! Come by to check us out; located near the swimming pool.

Fat Tire Bikes $20/hour

$40/4 hours

$60/ Full day (8am-4pm)

Day Packs $5/day

Child Carriers $10/day

Microspikes $10/day

Snowshoes $10/day (adult) $5/day (child)

Trekking Poles $5/day

THE ASPEN DINING ROOM

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served every day in an all-you-can-eat buffet-style dining hall. Bring the whole family or group for a delicious start to your day with fresh fruit and hot breakfast options. Lunch and dinner offer a fresh salad bar with healthy toppings and a wide variety of great entrees. Don’t forget to stop by the dessert table and taste our baker’s homemade goodies! Meals are available on

a pay-as-you-go basis.

THE RUSTIC CAFE

Located in the Administration Building, the Rustic Cafe is a perfect place to grab a fresh sandwich, salad or a cup of soup before heading out for a hike. Wake up early and sip a cup of coffee or espresso from the Coffee Cart. We serve a wide variety of breakfast options and to-go meals for lunch or dinner!

RENTAL EQUIPMENT FEES

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FRIDAY ADVENTURE CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

Friday, March 2 @ 1:00-5:00 pm Meet at Sweet Memorial Building at YMCA of the Rockies

Come explore the majesty of Rocky Mountain National Park with

renowned mountain guides from Estes Park based Kent Mountain

Adventure Center on cross-country skis. Cross country skis are an

amazing way to explore the mountains. With just a little instruction

from our expert guides, you will be ready to explore the snow-covered

trails of RMNP. With minimal effort you can glide your way through

snow covered peaks and picturesque valleys. Any skill level, even first

timers welcome! Transportation to and from the Y included.

Starts at 1pm. $85 per person. Class is open to 12 individuals.

Classes is for ages 10 and up.

Kent Mountain Adventure Center PO Box 835 Estes Park, CO 80517 Phone (970) 586-5990

https://kmaconline.com

To Sign up for this activity

please go online

at http://tinyurl.com/ymcaepc

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FRIDAY ADVENTURE WOMEN’S ICE CLIMBING

Friday, March 2 @ 7:00AM-1:00 PM Meet at the Wild Basin Ranger Station at 7:00AM

SheJumps invites women 15 and up to participate in a day of ice climb-

ing in the scenic Rocky Mountain National Park! This beginner course

introduces participants to ice climbing gear, climbing knots & hitches,

belaying, lowering, anchors, and of course, ICE CLIMBING TECHNIQUE

on routes up to WI 4. Ladies will have an opportunity to get in multiple

pitches of ice all while spreading the stoke with other women! There is

absolutely no experience required as this beginner course is instructed

by AMGA certified guides. All necessary equipment will be provided in-

cluding ice climbing boots, helmets, crampons, harnesses, and ice tools.

Ages 15 years and older. Price is $100 per individual.

Information and check out their website: http://www.shejumps.org/

To Sign up for this activity

please go online

at http://tinyurl.com/ymcaepc

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FRIDAY

Educational Programs

BACKCOUNTRY SKI BASICS 9:00-9:50AM Come discuss and explore lift and non-life accessed skiing. This class will have experts who will talk about booting, skinning, and traversing to access your ski line. She Jumps will be teaching this amazing class. Meet at Longs Peak Lodge—Keyhole

BASIC AVALANCHE

AWARENESS 9:00-10:30AM Anyone venturing into the mountains in winter should be aware of many things. One of them is avalanches. Join the guides from Kent Mountain Adventure Center to learn answers to these questions and more in this avalanche safety assessment class. The class will cover a large variety of practical things that you should know and consider as you explore our mountains in winter. Meet at Longs Peak Lodge - Chasm Lake

WINTER DOG SEARCH AND

RESCUE 10:00-11:30AM Join Melissa Kindt from Search and Rescue Dogs of Colorado and Larimer County Search and Rescue,. She will be doing demonstrations and scenarios with her dog. Learn about the special training that goes into becoming a search and rescue dog and the experiences Melissa and Hawk have had. Meet at Longs Peak Demonstrations will be held outdoors.

WINTER NAVIGATION 10:00-11:00AM Winter navigations is very different from navigating in another season. Safety is key! Begin with an overview of topographic maps, map reading, and basic navigations skills with SheJumps instructor! Meet at Longs Peak Lodge - Granite Pass.

WINTER OVERNIGHT

BACKCOUNTRY SKILLS 11:00-12:30 Ready to spend the night in the

backcountry during the winter

season, but don’t know where to

start? Skills taught include camp

site set up, safety procedures, and

ways to make those cold winter

nights more comfortable. Be

prepared to be outdoors for the

duration of the session. Taught by

SheJumps. Meet at Longs Peak -

Chasm Lake

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**All session activities are contingent on weather and snow.

BEACON RESCUE SKILLS 1:00PM-2:30PM We all hope that we will never have to find a friend, family member, or fellow recreationist buried in the snow. It is our responsibility to know how to locate someone using a beacon should it become necessary. Carrying an avalanche beacon in winter is standard operation protocol, but just carrying one is not enough. Knowing how to use it is serious business. You’ll learn how to operate an avalanche beacon, how to conduct a search, and what to do should you locate another. Taught by SheJumps. Meet at Longs Peak - Chasm Lake.

HISTORY CHAT, YMCA HIKING

PROGRAM 1:00PM-2:00PM Brett Stone, a YMCA employee, will

be discussing early hiking at the

YMCA. This will include characters

and a history of the YMCA hiking

program. Meet in the Library.

LADIES MEET UP SESSION -

ICE CLIMBING 1:00PM-3:00PM Join the wonderful women from

SheJumps to prepare yourself to go

explore in Estes Park. You will get

all the information, equipment and

personal attention needed to take on

climbing on Saturday. There is a

cost involved as you will have

professionals teaching you climbing

in the outdoors and supplying the

equipment needed. *This is for those

who have signed up to Ice Climb.

Meet in Longs Peak –Keyhole.

LONGS PEAK DISCUSSION 2:00PM-3:00PM Come and learn about Longs Peak

from those who have climbed it.

Discussion will follow the history of

the mountain (park), climbers who

have made the ascent, and much,

much more. Meet in Sweet

Memorial.

FAMILY WARM UP 2:30PM-4:00PM Join the Sweet Memorial Staff in a

winter warm up for the family. Af-

ter a fun day of information and

activities come warm up by the fire

with Hot Chocolate, Coffee and

snacks. Meet at Sweet Memorial.

WINTER SNOWSHOE 3:00PM-4:00PM Learn all about winter snowshoeing

from Sophie a YMCA employee who

has done many different snow

treks. She will discuss the basics

and differences of snowshoes and

their uses. Meet at Sweet

Memorial.

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FRIDAY ACTIVITIES

WOMEN’S ICE CLIMBING 7:00AM-1:00PM

SheJumps invites women 15 and up to

participate in a day of ice climbing in the

scenic Rocky Mountain National Park! This

beginner course introduces participants to

ice climbing gear, climbing knots & hitches,

belaying, lowering, anchors, and of course,

ICE CLIMBING TECHNIQUE on routes up to

WI 4. Ladies will have an opportunity to

get in multiple pitches of ice all while

spreading the stoke with other women!

There is absolutely no experience required

as this beginner course is instructed by

AMGA certified guides. All necessary

equipment will be provided including ice

climbing boots, helmets, crampons,

harnesses, and ice tools. !* This is for

those who have signed up to Cross

Country Ski with KMAC. Cost is $100 per

participant, limited to 6 participants. For

ages 15 and up and includes men and

women!!Meet at the Wild Basin Ranger

Station parking lot Sunday at 7:00 AM.

WINTER FAMILY ADVENTURE COME BY SWEET MEMORIAL!

Great way to bond with your family.

Families will be given maps of hikes on

property, so they can hike together and

adventure on the YMCA property. This is

an activity that you can come and go from

Sweet Memorial at your leisure. Meet at

Sweet Memorial. (Free)

ROLLERSKATING PARTY 2:30-9PM

Bring your disco moves! Enjoy

rollerskating as a family at the Bob

Ecker skate rink. All rentals are free.

Skating Rink located at the

Longhouse Gym. (Free)

LADIES MEET UP SESSION -

ICE CLIMBING 1:00PM-3:00PM

Join the wonderful women from

SheJumps to prepare yourself to go

explore in Estes Park. You will get all

the information, equipment and

personal attention needed to take on

climbing on Saturday. There is a cost

involved as you will have professionals

teaching you climbing in the outdoors

and supplying the equipment needed.*

This is for those who have signed up

to Ice Climb. Meet in Longs Peak –

Keyhole (No Fee for Class)

INTRODUCTION TO

CROSSCOUNTRY SKIING 1:00PM-5:00PM Introduction to Cross Country Skiing in RMNP for all ages and abilities.

Join a Kent Mountain Adventure

Center guide to discover the fun and

freedom of cross country skiing. Your

guide will share their expertise about

proper equipment use and the unique

winter environment. Perfect for the

whole family!* This is for those who have

signed up to Cross Country Ski with KMAC.

Cost is $85 per participant, limited to 12

participants. For ages 10 and up. Meet at

Sweet Memorial building ($85)

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CRAFT & DESIGN CENTER

OPEN 9:30-5:00PM

Our amazing Craft & Design Center offers painting wood crafts, mosaic, ceramic

painting and glazing, tie dye, sand pouring, leather stamping, jewelry making, and

more!

DORSEY MEMORIAL POOL

CHECK ACTIVITY GUIDE FOR HOURS OF OPERATION (IN SWEET)

Grab your suit and come visit our swimming pool at Estes Park Center for some fun in

the pool. Heated to 83 degrees and at a length of 25 yards, you are sure to find room

for relaxation and fun. Don’t forget to try out the great water slide! Cowabunga!

DORSEY MUSEUM

12:00-5:00 PM FRIDAY, 9AM-5PM SATURDAY, 12-5PM SUNDAY

Interested in hearing a bit of history? Stop by the museum and check out our special

display about climbing Longs Peak! Stop by for a few minutes, or relax on the porch

for as long as you’d like.

OUR PROGRAM

DEPARTMENT ALSO

OFFERS….

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Assembly Hall 3-7pm

FRIDAY, MARCH 2ND

ACTIVITY HALL

Raffle Every Hour 4:00, 5:00, 6:00

THANK YOU ESTES PARK MOUNTAIN SHOP

FOR YOUR SPONSORSHIP OF THE

CHILDREN’S AREA!

Relax, enjoy some activities, and stick around for a raffle

and snacks!

Enjoy a bouncy castle, crafts, games and

coloring, and a child’s bike course!

Come and check out our amazing

Vendors from Montbell, TNF, Petzl,

SheJumps, Larmier County Search and

Rescue, Black Diamond, Lowa and

many more!!

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FRIDAY, MARCH 2ND

KEYNOTE

Andrew Skurka: An adventure themed

slideshow

Assembly Hall

Friday, March 2 @ 7:00 pm

Andrew Skurka is an accomplished adventure athlete,

speaker, guide, and

writer. He is fortunate to

have made his

adventurous lifestyle into

an occupation.

Bio

Most well known for his solo long-

distance backpacking trips. Has

been named ‘Adventurer of the Year’ and ‘Person of the Year’ by Outside

and Backpacker Magazines. While traveling mega distances over rugged

terrain in relatively short periods of time, and enjoying that experience,

Skurka helped to define light and fast backcountry travel. When not hiking,

he dabbles in ultra-running. Skurka finds motivation in the qualitative

experience. For him it is about stepping outside his comfort zone and

learning about himself and the lands which he travels. At times the

experiences are uncomfortable, stressful, and even frightening - but the

resulting personal growth is ultimately worthwhile.

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SATURDAY ADVENTURE Backcountry Skiing or Snowboarding

Saturday, March 3 @ 1:00-5:00 pm

Meet at Sweet Memorial Building at YMCA of the Rockies

Come explore the majesty of Rocky Mountain National Park with renowned

mountain guides from Estes Park based Kent Mountain Adventure Center in the

backcountry. Backcountry Skiing and Snowboarding are an amazing way to ex-

plore the mountains. With some great instruction from our expert guides, you

will be ready to explore the snow-covered backcountry of RMNP. With guidance

and education, you can make your way through snow covered peaks and pictur-

esque valleys. Any skill level, even first timers welcome! Transportation to and

from the Y included. Cost is $105 per person. Class is open to 12 individuals.

*This does not include the rental equipment. Rentals can be obtained through the

Estes Park Mountain Shop for $55. Age range is 10 and older. Meet at Sweet

Memorial.

Information and check out their website:

https://kmaconline.com Kent Mountain Adventure Center PO Box 835 Estes Park, CO 80517 Phone (970) 586-5990

To Sign up for this activity

please go online

at http://tinyurl.com/ymcaepc

Estes Park Mountain Shop www.estesparkmountainshop.com

2050 Big Thompson Ave, Estes

Park, CO 80517

*For Rentals of Backcountry

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Saturday Educational BACKCOUNTRY SKI BASICS 9:00-10:30 AM Come discuss and explore lift and non-life accessed skiing. This class will have experts who will talk about booting, skinning, and traversing to access your ski line. Taught by SheJumps. Meet at Longs Peak—Keyhole

ICE ANCHORS 9:00-10:30AM Have you ever wondered what ice climbing even is? How do climbers ascend frozen waterfalls and secure the rope as they go? Join YMCA employee and former Alaskan glacier guide Joe Pullen for a hands-on ses-sion of building ice anchors and ex-amining the equipment ice climbers use. Be prepared to be outside and have a pair of gloves to keep your hands warm and protected while you use the equipment. Meet at Sweet Memorial

BASIC AVALANCHE

AWARENESS 9:00-10:30AM Anyone venturing into the moun-tains in winter should be aware of many things. One of them is ava-lanches. Join the guides from Kent Mountain Adventure Center to learn answers to these questions and more in this avalanche safety as-sessment class. The class will cover a large variety of practical things that you should know and consider as you explore our mountains in winter. Meet at Longs Peak - Chasm Lake

WINTER DOG SEARCH AND

RESCUE 10:00-11:30AM Join Melissa Kindt from Search and Rescue Dogs of Colorado and Larimer County Search and Rescue,. She will be doing demonstrations and scenari-os with her dog. Learn about the spe-cial training that goes into becoming a search and rescue dog and the experi-ences Melissa and Hawk have had. Meet at Longs Peak, demonstrations will be held outdoors.

SNOW TRAVEL 10:00-11:30AM This class addresses steep snow trav-el, where specific skills are necessary for safety. The skills that will be cov-ered are how to stow/carry an ice ax, preparation needed to begin your as-cent, learn basic footwork, how to use crampons, slope ascent. Meet at Sweet Memorial.

WINTER NAVIGATION 10:00-11:00AM Winter navigations is very different from navigating in another season. Safety is key! Begin with an overview of topographic maps, map reading, and basic navigations skills with SheJumps instructor! Meet at Longs Peak - Granite Pass.

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CHILDREN’S STORY TIME 10:30-11:00 AM After a busy morning, take some time to get warm by the fire with our story teller. Bring a snack and cozy up to a good winter adventure story. Meet at the Library

MOUNTAIN GUARDIAN:

KEEPING YOUR FAMILY SAFE

IN THE BACKCOUNTRY 11:00-12:30 Join Debbie and David Francis of Lar-imer County Search and Rescue for their training on backcountry safety for the family. They will cover the hidden dangers in the backcountry and how to recognize and avoid them. They will also teach the kids what to do if they become lost. Learn how to make a litter out of rope, burrito wrap to warm up a hypothermia patient, and more! Meet at Longs Peak - Key-hole.

WINTER FAMLIY ADVENTURE COME BY SWEET MEMORIAL! Great way to bond with your family. Families will be given property map hikes, so they can hike together and adventure on the YMCA property. This is an activity that you can come and go from Sweet Memorial at your leisure. Meet at Sweet Memorial.

SNOW CAVE 11:00AM-12:30PM Come and adventure at the YMCA and learn how to build a snow cave from a true Alaskan Guide. Joe Pullen is a serious climber and currently working at the YMCA. He will show you how to build, set and maintain your snow cave! Meet at Sweet Memorial. Demonstrations will be outside.

BEACON RESCUE SKILLS 1:00PM-2:30PM

We all hope that we will never have

to find a friend, family member, or

fellow recreationist buried in the

snow. It is our responsibility to

know how to locate someone using a

beacon should it become necessary.

Carrying an avalanche beacon in

winter is standard operation proto-

col, but just carrying one is not

enough. Knowing how to use it is

serious business. You’ll learn how to

operate an avalanche beacon, how to

conduct a search, and what to do

should you locate another. Taught by

SheJumps. Meet at Longs Peak-

Chasm Lake

FAMILY WARM UP 2:30PM-4:00PM

Join the Sweet Memorial Staff in a

winter warm up for the family. After

a fun day of information and activi-

ties come warm up by the fire with

Hot Chocolate, Coffee and snacks.

Meet at Sweet Memorial.

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SATURDAY ACTIVITIES WOMEN’S ICE CLIMBING 7:00AM-1:00PM

SheJumps invites women 15 and

up to participate in a day of ice

climbing in the scenic Rocky

Mountain National Park! This

beginner course introduces par-

ticipants to ice climbing gear,

climbing knots & hitches, belay-

ing, lowering, anchors, and of

course, ICE CLIMBING TECH-

NIQUE on routes up to WI 4.

There is absolutely no experience

required as this beginner course

is instructed by AMGA certified

guides. All necessary equipment

will be provided including ice

climbing boots, helmets, cram-

pons, harnesses, and ice tools. !* This is for those who have signed up to Cross Country Ski with KMAC. Cost is $100 per partici-pant, limited to 6 participants. For both men and women!! Meet

at the Wild Basin Ranger Station

parking lot Sunday at 7:00 AM.

Mandatory to attend Friday’s Ladies’

Meet Up at Longs Peak—

Keyhole1:00pm for introductions and

gear outfitting!

WINTER ECOLOGY HIKE 9:00AM-12:30PM

If you’re interested in learning about

animal adaptations and local Rocky

Mountain ecosystems, join our YMCA

of the Rockies Hikemasters on a hike

into RMNP through Moraine Park. Hike

the 3 mile loop into the park while

learning all about the winter adapta-

tions of the area. Meet at Sweet Me-

morial.

WINTER SNOWSHOE HIKE 9:00AM-12:30PM

Join the YMCA of the Rockies Hikemas-

ter on an enjoyable, introductory snow-

shoe hike to Emerald Lake in Rocky

Mountain National Park. This guided

three mile hike will take you past

Nymph and Dream Lakes to the beauti-

ful lake in Tyndall Gorge. Meet at

Sweet Memorial at 8:45 AM.

MORNING BOOTCAMP 8:00-8:45 AM

Need a little pick me up this morning? At-

tend boot camp with Julie! This

program provides high intensity interval

training workouts that include strength

training and cardio. Workouts can be modi-

fied to fit all fitness levels. Come for some

fun and fellowship as well as a great

workout! Meet at Longhouse Gym

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CHILDREN’S STORY TIME 10:30-11:00 AM

After a busy morning, take some time

to get warm by the fire with our story

teller. Bring a snack and cozy up to a

good winter adventure story. Meet at

the Library.

INTRODUCTION TO BACK-

COUNTRY SKIING/

SNOWBOARDING 1:00PM-5:00PM KMAC guides will share their local knowledge and experience not only from the terrain and equipment side, but also their interpretive knowledge of Rocky Mountain National Park. Our goal isn’t just to have one great day, but to teach you to be respon-sible, safe, and knowledgeable long after you come out with us. We want to help create a safe and healthy culture in the backcountry.

Join a Kent Mountain Adventure Center guide to discover the fun and freedom of backcountry skiing. Your guide will share their expertise about proper equipment use and the unique winter environment. Perfect for the whole family!* This is for those who have signed up to Cross Country Ski with KMAC. Age is 10 and up, limited to 12 participants.

ROLLERSKATING PARTY 2:30-9PM

Bring your disco moves! Enjoy roller-

skating as a family at the Bob Ecker

skate rink. All rentals are free. Skat-

ing Rink located at the Longhouse

Gym. (Free)

WINTER FAMILY ADVENTURE COME BY SWEET MEMORIAL!

Great way to bond with your family.

Families will be given a scavenger

hunt checklist so they can hike to-

gether and adventure on the YMCA

property. This is an activity that you

can come and go from Sweet Memo-

rial at your leisure. Meet at Sweet

Memorial.

WINTER MOVIE: ADVEN-

TURES IN LONGS PEAK

11:00-12:30 Movie discusses Longs Peak and the

adventures surrounding it. Meet at

Hempel Auditorium for Movie.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 3RD

ACTIVITY HALL

Assembly Hall 3-7pm Relax, enjoy some activities, and stick around for a raffle

and snacks!

Come and witness a woman who

combines a passion for exploration,

mountains and skiing! Hilaree has

traveled to some of the most exotic

mountain ranges on Earth and she is

going to discuss her adventures!

Raffle Every Hour 4:00, 5:00, 6:00

THANK YOU ESTES PARK MOUNTAIN SHOP

FOR YOUR SPONSORSHIP OF THE

CHILDREN’S AREA!

Enjoy a bouncy castle, crafts, games and coloring,

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SATURDAY, MARCH 3RD

KEYNOTE

Hilaree O’neill: A mother, a

wife and the passion to explore!

Assembly Hall

Saturday, March 3 @ 7:00 pm

Hilaree O’Neill was born and raised in the Northwest. She

began skiing at the age of 3 at Stevens Pass in the Cascade

Mountains of Washington State. This led her to many

different adventures that she will delight us with!

Bio

Hilaree is the first woman to climb two 8,000m peaks

in 24 hours (Everest and Lhotse). She skied from the

Himalayan summit of Cho Oyu in Tibet and climbed

and skied several high peaks in Bolivia and Argentina.

Elsewhere, Hilaree has cut turns on remote volcanoes

in the Kamchatka Peninsula of Russia, Mongolia,

Pakistan, Lebanon, as well as many first descents in

the tight couloirs of Baffin Island. In addition to her

work for The North Face, Hilaree is a mother to two

young boys, and although they have changed her life dramatically, her passion for the

mountains has not abated. She lives and works in Colorado but finds her sanity in

the San Juan Mountains.

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YOGA 8:00 AM –8:45 AM

ESTES PARK YOGA IS HERE TO HELP REJUVENATE YOUR BODY, REFRESH

YOUR MIND, AND ENCOURAGE GROWTH BOTH ON AND OFF THE MAT.

OUR CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS WILL GUIDE YOU THROUGH A SERIES OF

POSTURES, BREATHING TECHNIQUES, AND RELAXATION METHODS. WE

SUPPLY MATS AND PROPS FOR EVERY BODY AT ANY STAGE IN LIFE.

MEET AT LEGETT YOUTH BUILDING

SUNDAY Activities

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NOTES

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Survey Please complete this quick survey and drop it off at

the Activity Hall or the Sweet Memorial Program

Building on Saturday.

1. Where are you from?

2. How many nights did you stay?

3. Are you a YMCA of the Rockies member?

4. Did you decide to stay with us because of this

special family weekend? Y N

5. What programming would you like to see next

year?

5. What other special family weekend events would

you like to see at the YMCA of the Rockies?

6. What was your favorite program or activity that

you attended?

THANK YOU!

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Restaurant Hours Location

Claire's on the Park

Sunday - Thursday, 7am - 8pm 225 Park Lane

Friday & Saturday, 7am - 9pm

Latitutde 105 Friday Dinner: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. 101 South Saint Vrain Avenue

Saturday and Sunday Lunch & Dinner:

10:00 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Pepper's Monday-Saturday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m 401 E Elkhorn Ave

Poppy's Pizza and Grill Open Daily: 11AM - 8PM 342 E. Elkhorn Ave

Smokin' Daves BBQ Open Daily: 11AM - 8PM 820 Moraine Ave

The Rock Inn Open Daily: 4pm-9pm 1675 State High-way 66

Ed's Cantina Open Daily: 11am - 9pm 390 E Elkhorn Ave

Dunraven Inn Open Daily: 4pm-9pm 2470 State High-way 66

Scratch Open Daily: 7am - 4pm 911 Moraine Ave

Coffee and Tea Options

Coffee on the Rocks Open Daily: 7am - 7pm 510 Moraine Ave

Kind Coffee Open Daily: 6:30am - 6pm 470 E Elkhorn Ave

Inkwell and Brew Open Daily: 7am - 6pm 150 E Elkhorn Ave

ESTES PARK

RESTAURANTS

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MontBell is an outdoor equipment and cloth-ing company, offering "Light & Fast™" prod-ucts to outdoor enthusiasts since 1975. We are known for introducing feather light yet sweater warm down jackets and world patented stretchy sleeping bags to wilderness lovers around the world. At MontBell, we strive to create more than just products, but trusted tools build for adventure.

LOWA provides European quality with a

legendary fit and comfort. Lowa will be

demoing Mens and Womens Mountain

Expert GTX and Weisshorn GTX Insulated

Mountaineering Boots.

SheJumps mission is to increase the participation

of women and girls in outdoor activities. Through

offering programs, creating a supportive communi-

ty for women of all ages, and promoting positive

female role models that give back through sharing

skills and stories.

At the Estes Park Mountain Shop we pride ourselves on

being the "go-to" gear shop for any outdoor adventure.

Whether it be snowshoeing for the first time, summiting

Longs Peak, or renting a splitboard for an epic day of

backcountry riding, we have everything any outdoor

THANK YOU TO OUR

SPONSORS AND

VENDORS

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YMCA OF THE ROCKIES 2017 Family Winter Mountaineering

and Backcountry Weekend

YMCA OF THE ROCKIES

ESTES PARK CENTER

2515 Tunnel Road

Estes Park, CO 80511

P 970-586-3341

ymcarockies.org

YMCA OF THE ROCKIES PUTS CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS, STAFF AND FACILITIES IN AN ENVIRONMENT THAT BUILDS HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND AND BODY FOR ALL.