We are excited to offer winter hikes at regional tri-state parks and week-long hiking trips
in The Colorado Rockies (July 2025) and The Grand Canyon (September 2025)
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WINTER HIKES
Cold-weather hiking is uniquely enjoyable, and this winter, we’ll visit some regional tri-state parks. On these day trips, we’ll explore trails at places like Shawnee State Park, Red River Gorge, and Zaleski State Forest. Nature in the Midwest’s winter months offers different perspectives when covered with snow and ice, and you’ll find it quieter, bug-free, and with unobstructed views of the terrain. So layer up and let’s go hiking!
- Shawnee State Park | Wednesday, January 15, 2025
- Red River Gorge | Wednesday, February 12, 2025
- Zaleski State Forest | Wednesday, March 12, 2025
- *Must be age 18 or older. Hikes are scheduled from 9 am to 5 pm but are subject to change. $16 for members and $22 for non-members.
Click on the date below to reserve your spot. As we get closer, Jeff Ensman will contact you with more details on time, meeting location, transportation, and more. You can also email Jeff.Ensman@ymcastaff.org with questions.
Colorado – July 2025 (ALL 2024 TRIPS FULL)
First Crew Meeting Thursday, November 7, 2024 | 7:00 pm | Countryside YMCA Lower Level Henkle Board Room
Are you looking for new outdoor challenges? Consider joining us in central Colorado in July 2025 for some high-adventure Christian fellowship! Learn more about this unique Countryside YMCA opportunity at an informational meeting on Thursday, November 7th at 7:00 pm in the Lower Level Henkle Board Room.
As a group, we...
- Train to get physically ready.
- Hike and summit mountains up to 14,400 feet in elevation.
- Rock climb and rappel with an experienced outfitter.
- White water raft on the Arkansas River through Brown's Canyon National Monument.
Most importantly, we fellowship, create relationships through these shared outdoor experiences, and draw closer to God in his wonderful creation! Come check out trip details at this meeting!
Arizona (The Grand Canyon) – September 2025 (ALL 2024 TRIPS FULL)
First Crew Meeting Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 7:00 pm | Countryside YMCA Lower Level Henkle Board Room
Are you looking for a new outdoor challenge? Consider joining us at the Grand Canyon in northern Arizona in September 2025 for some high-adventure Christian fellowship. Learn more about this unique Countryside YMCA opportunity at an information meeting on Thursday, November 14th at 7:00 pm in the Lower Level Henkle Board Room.
As a group, we...
- Train to get physically ready.
- Hike down to the Colorado River and back, on the same day.
- Explore other trails on the South Rim.
Most importantly, we fellowship, create relationships through this shared outdoor experience, and draw closer to God in his wonderful creation! Come check out trip details at this meeting!