The Aurora Center for Active Adults (ACAA) is offering a series of classes for those who enjoy the outdoors but have not had the opportunity to get out much. Learn all about the joy of hiking from two experienced local hikers.
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| Ed Blum (L) and Gary Alleman (R) have hiked and backpacked many trails throughout Colorado. The two blend their experience and personal adventures into each class. |
The series of 7 classes begins next Tuesday, February 12th., at 9:00 a.m. All classes will be held at ACAA, 6th Avenue and Del Mar.
It's not too late to register for classes. Simply call the Aurora Center for Active Adults at (303) 739-7950.
The cost is $8.00/class for Aurora residents, and $10.00/class for non-residents.
Overview of class topics:
Session # 1
- Hiking behavior, Etiquette, and Ethics
- How trails are rated
- Backcountry Safety
- Trail Conditions
- Staying Found
- Physical Conditioning
- Planning a hike
- First aid
- Heat Exhaustion
- Hypothermia
- Protect yourself from Lightening
- Breaking in your boots
- Field Tested Socks
- Pamper Your Feet
- What to know before you buy boots
- Boot care and repair
- What to know before you buy clothing
- Layering System
- Tips about hiking clothing
- What to know before your buy a day pack
- How to measure yourself for the right pack
- Pack capacity and features
- The Loading Process
- Loading tips
- What to know before you buy hiking poles
- Styles of Poles
- Locking mechanisms
- Hand grips and accessories
- Tips on the use of poles
- Developing a checklist for your pack
- Developing a bucket/life list
- Trail Journaling
- Gear Rental
- Your Business - How to poop in the woods
- Capturing the Experience (taking better photos)
- Good stuff to know about hiking
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