Kelso Ridge - 14er Mountaineering

Take Your Hiking to the Next Level!
If you're searching for a more challenging adventure than just a hike, we've got you covered! Join our trusted partner, Colorado Adventure Guides, and attempt the Kelso Ridge – an exhilarating alternative route to 14,000ft.  

PRICING:

ACA MEMBERS: $250.00

NON ACA MEMBERS:  $350.00

Enroll now at: https://www.alwayschooseadventures.org/join

All ACA events are NON-REFUNDABLE. If for some reason you cannot attend, please consider your purchase a donation.

Your guide will call to discuss locations. Mountaineering trips are typically 8 - 12 hours.

 Trip Package Includes 

• CAG professional climbing guide / instructor (max 1 guide : 3 guests)
• All Climbing equipment provided by Colorado Adventure Guides
• Transportation from designated meeting place to the trailhead if needed

 Trip Package Does Not Include 

• Lodging
• Food (bring snacks, lunch, and water)
• Clothing (dress for variable weather)
• Insurance (trip or rescue)
• Instructor / guide gratuity

 About Your Guides 

Colorado Adventure Guides and Colorado Rafting Company, based in Silverthorne, CO, deliver four seasons of outdoor adventure and education. With operations in seven USFS and BLM ranger districts, we serve a dynamic and growing population of outdoor enthusiasts spanning Summit and Eagle Counties to the Denver Front Range. Our all-season, guided operations include:

• Rock Climbing
• Mountaineering
• Hiking/Peak Accents
• Mountain Biking
• Whitewater Rafting/SUPing
• Backcountry Skiing
• Backcountry Splitboarding
• Snowshoeing
• Ice Climbing
• AIARE Snow Safety

We have been providing incredible experiences to visitors of Summit County and surrounding areas for over 20 years. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned expert, let us take you on your next unforgettable outdoor adventure!

 FAQs Are there any prerequisites to participate in this course? 

All of our trips will include scrambling on terrain of at least 3rd class nature and so we require that clients have previous scrambling or rock climbing experience. Our mountaineering trips are very demanding days and you must be able to travel long distances with extended times of exposure.

 What equipment is required for these trips? 

Helmet, medium sized backpack (approx. 40L), sturdy mountaineering boots. We include climbing gear: harness, crampons, tools.

 When and how do I meet up with our instructor? 

Your instructor will contact you at least 48 hours prior to your activity start date to finalize details regarding meeting location and time.

 What should I bring? 

We supply all climbing gear. You should bring water, food, snacks, sunglasses, backpack, long pants, synthetic materials shirt, an extra insulating or waterproof layer, and mountaineering boots (which can be rented.)

 Should we tip our instructor? 

Your guide/instructors work hard before, during, and after your course to provide you with a great experience, and while not expected, gratuities are always highly appreciated. If you had a safe, educational, and fun experience, gratuities typically range from 15-20%.