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HIKING IN HEAVEN IN THE COLORADO ROCKIES - CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO
JULY 27 - AUG 2, 2013
$1125

Dick Ernenwein, Trip Leader
crested butteFEATURING PEAK WILD FLOWER SEASON
LIMITED SPACE – RESERVE EARLY

Settled in the 1870’s by miners at nearly 9000 ft in the central Colorado Rockies, Crested Settled in the 1870’s by miners and at nearly 9000ft in the central Colorado Rockies, Crested Butte is the quintessential romantic western mountain mining town.
Crested Butte is surrounded by over three million acres of wilderness and National Forest with spectacular scenery beyond compare and dominated by many 13-14000 ft. peaks.

This will be a mostly strenuous hiking trip with major moderate sections (in terms of elevation climbed each day; although the trail footing is very easy compared to the Adirondacks) with six hikes ranging from 6 to 11 miles and vertical elevations from 2000ft. to 3200ft. reaching heights of up to 1wildflowers3,000ft.. This will be the fifth trip I have led for ADK to Crested Butte, 2003, 2005, two in 2010 and now 2013. It represents some of the best and most impressive hiking I have done anywhere.
   
High altitude hiking means that it is important to acclimate as much as possible. So each day will be a little more strenuous with a day off after the 3rd day to rest or partake in an alternate activity including horseback riding, biking, rafting, fishing, or more hiking. Our hikes will start and end early (estimated 8:30am – 3:30pm). This will allow a couple of hours each afternoon for individual pursuits including just taking it easy, shopping, or a leisurely walk enjoying the town.
All 8 nights will be spent at the Cristiana Guesthaus, a European style Inn, located near the center of Crested Butte and hosted by the devoted and very helpful British couple Martin and Rosy Catmur. It includes cozy double rooms with bath and a gourmet breakfast which includes homemade granola, fresh fruit, and various muffins. Each participant will be responsible for buying their own daily trail lunch and each night we will take in a different restaurant in Crested Butte. They have a wonderful variety of excellent restaurants ranging from Mexican to Asian to French to family western theme dinner. The dinners will also be the responsibility of each participant.

Outing Cost: $1125.00 double occupancy; $1505.00 single occupancy

A deposit of $400.00 is due at the time of registration. The remaining balance of $725 is due no later than April 15, 2012.

Cost Includes:
  • ADK registration fee
  • 8 days/8 nights in double room
  • 8 breakfasts
  • 6 transfers to and from the trail heads.
Not included:crested butte 2
  • Airfare
  • 8 lunches 
  • 8 dinners
  • Beverages
Trip Size: Minumum of 12 and a maximum of 16 plus the leader.
Click HERE for a detailed daily itinerary.

Cancellation Policy: The ADK $85.00 registration fee is non-refundable. If registrant cancels prior to January 15th, 2013, all payments received by ADK minus $85 will be refunded. After January 15th 2013, refund will only be made if the vacancy can be filled from a waiting list and then all but $85 will be refunded. If the vacancy cannot be filled, no refund at all will be made. Balance is due April 15th 2013. If the leader decides this trip is not for you or the trip is canceled by ADK, all payments received will be refunded.

For more information including a detailed itinerary, contact Dick Ernenwein, 845-565-3866, 4 Commonwealth Ave, Newburgh, NY 12550. e-mail:  rernenwein@msn.com 

Please note:  Prices and trip arrangements are subject to change due to circumstances beyond ADK's control. All registration fees are non-refundable. Details including cancellation policy will be supplied to all those requesting trip information.

MEMBERSHIP IN THE ADIRONDACK MOUNTAIN CLUB IS REQUIRED FOR PARTICIPATION