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Founder Of ‘Blackpackers’ Shares Her Trail Experience And The Message It Carries

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Founder Of ‘Blackpackers’ Shares Her Trail Experience And The Message It Carries

By nadpllcSeptember 9, 2020February 9th, 2022No Comments

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For many of our program participants, it’s their

For many of our program participants, it’s their first time camping, coming to a state park, climbing, skiing, snowboarding… and we don’t take that responsibility lightly. We want to make sure someone’s first outdoor experience with us is a positive one because we want them to feel empowered to continue trying new activities. This past weekend, Mia came out with us on her birthday weekend to camp at Barr Lake State Park and kayak on the lake, it was such a good time. Make sure you’re following our Facebook page to see events we post. If it’s your first time, don’t worry we got your back. #coblackpackers #blackpackersatbarrlake #barrlakestatepark #equityoutside

This Labor Day weekend, September 2-3, we’re hos

This Labor Day weekend, September 2-3, we’re hosting our Barr Lake campout!

During the campout, we’ll enjoy scenic walks around the lake, indulge in delicious campfire meals, and create lasting memories with good people. Don’t worry if you’re new to camping - we’ll provide all the gear you need and our experienced guides will be there to help every step of the way.

Register now to attend, link in bio 🔗

🗓️ Just a reminder that there's still time to

🗓️ Just a reminder that there's still time to register for the Blackpacker's Barr Lake Campout! Labor Day weekend, September 2-3. To register, complete the form in our bio.

🏕 Don't have gear? No problem! We'll provide everything you need to make your trip unforgettable. #blackpackersatbarrlake

Join us Labor Day weekend for our Barr Lake Campou

Join us Labor Day weekend for our Barr Lake Campout! This is your chance to get outside, meet like-minded people, and just enjoy time in nature.
🏕 Don't have gear? No problem! We'll provide everything you need to make your trip unforgettable.
🍔 And the food? Trust us, it's going to be amazing.
But the best part? The memories you'll make with new friends in a beautiful setting. #BlackpackersatBarrLake

Register now for the Blackpacker's Barr Lake Campout and get ready for a weekend full of adventure and fun! 🔗 Registration link is in our bio.

🧭 Explore what you can experience with Blackpac

🧭 Explore what you can experience with Blackpackers!

We have some incredible events coming up and are so excited to have you join us as we say goodbye to Summer and gear up for Fall!
Swipe to see what we’re up to.

🗓 First up is our August trail cleanup!
Have you had a desire to be more active in our community? This Saturday the 19th, 9am-11am, Join Blackpackers as we lend a helping hand to the Sand Creek Trail, which we adopted in 2022.

Blackpackers will continue our vision for this trail to be accessible and enjoyable to all who use it!

🗓 Next is August Climb Night! 🧗🏿‍♂️

Get more UP with Blackpackers on Saturday August 26th from 4-6pm at @climbcityrock in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This program runs monthly and we love seeing new and returning faces as more skills are acquired and new challenges are conquered!

🗓 Have you missed camping this summer? ⛺️
Well here’s your chance to end on a high note! Saturday and Sunday, September 2-3, we are having a Labor Day Camp out at beautiful @barrlakestatepark in Brighton, Colorado. We are grateful for Barr Lake State Park’s Employees for welcoming us and providing the space for endless opportunities to make new, lasting memories.

🗓 On Saturday, September 16 we will have a mini workshop at @lilmissstoryhour & @knobhillurbanarts 2nd Annual Back to School Culture Festival starting at 12:30pm 📖🐛

🎉This festival is located in the heart of Knob Hill and celebrates the culture and heritage of local community members. Everything from story time to food trucks, entertainers, workshops, a petting zoo (and More!) can be found at this free community event.

Which event are you most excited about? ☺️

✏️Please note - These events are free to participants ✨however✨, registration is REQUIRED for events ran by Blackpackers. Where applicable, admission and gear/cost will be Free to participants.
Please check the link in our bio for the registration links to each program or event.

🎉We have a *NEW DATE* for our trail clean up! 🚮  Bring your friends and join Blackpackers on the last day of July as we work to keep the Sand Creek Trail clean and free of debris so we can all enjoy this piece of Colorado Springs!   🗓When? Monday, July 31st 6-8pm   📍Where to meet:  We will meet at the North end of the Gateway Village Shopping Center Parking Lot - (near the Concentra Urgent Care and Jiffy Lube)

We would love to see you there! ☺️

📧Email admin@coblackpackers.com with questions.

We have two awesome events coming up this week! 📣

🍃First, Blackpackers will be joining in the Stroll and Stewardship Cleanup at the Sand Creek Trail, which we adopted last year. This is being held Friday from 6-8pm so that we all have a little time to throw in some extra support to the trail system that so many of us use! 🥾

🧗🏿‍♂️Then we have our July Climb Night Saturday from 4-6pm at @climbcityrock climbing gym in downtown Colorado Springs.

Register to attend our Free climbing clinic and come learn a new skill with friends and family or brush up on your technique!

Email admin@coblackpackers.com with any questions

Climb with Blackpackers in July!   Join our FR

Climb with Blackpackers in July!   Join our FREE climbing program at CityRock Climbing Gym located in Downtown Colorado Springs on Saturday, July 8th from 4-6pm.
 Led by Jay, you will see a familiar friendly face and be able to connect with local community members as we go more up, together!   There is no cost to join, but registration is required.

This Juneteenth article published by @outsidemagaz

This Juneteenth article published by @outsidemagazine online highlights these incredible outdoor leaders.

You can read about our own Patricia Cameron and each of the other amazing leaders using the link in our bio and you can follow each of them using their handles below-

Rahsaan Bahati @bahatiracing

Teresa Baker @teresabaker11

Kareemah Batts @herhopness

Faith Briggs @faithbeerose

Patricia Cameron @patriciacameronco

Jamicah Dawes @spoutfitter

Allison Desir @alisonmdesir

Latasha Dunston @jitterbug_art

Latria Graham @mslatriagraham

Rahawa Haile @rahawahaile

Eliot Jackson @eliotjackson

Mercy M’fon @wilddiversity

James Edward Mills @joytripproject

Kriste Peoples @kristepeoples

Mints Valerio @themirnavator

Nailah Blades Wylie @wecoloroutside

Rue Mapp @ruemapp

Happy Juneteenth! ❤️💛💚🖤

☀️ This Summer, Explore Blackpackers’ Events

☀️ This Summer, Explore Blackpackers’ Events! 😎

Try a staycation (or visit us if you’re on vacation) this summer with one of Blackpackers many programs and events.
(Registration required)

July 8 - check out our monthly Climb Night at @climbcityrock climbing gym. Located in downtown Colorado Springs, you can find us there from 4-6 pm

July 22 - Aug 5
BOSS (Blackpackers’ Outdoor Skills School) courses will be highlighting our pilot year at @camp_shady_brook with WFR, WFA, & Outdoor Skills courses.

August (Date TBD)- Back to School Campout at @barrlakestatepark with a weekend full of fun activities for the whole family. Past camp outs have included camping, fishing, nature center interactions, and a cookout.

Let us know which one we’ll see you at in the comments!

Blackpackers’ is excited to be back at @climbcit

Blackpackers’ is excited to be back at @climbcityrock Climbing Gym for Summer!   This month, you will see a familiar face shifting into the facilitator role. As the program set out to accomplish, we have had incredible participants show initiative in their movement through the program. Just as Nikki did before him, Jay has attended each climb night, has expanded his skills, and is ready to climb with you!

Saturday June 10th from 4pm-6pm join us at @climbcityrock in Colorado Springs for this free event.

✨Registration IS required and spaces are limited✨  To register- please see the 🔗🌲 in bio

We’re stoked to see this piece about the Blackpa

We’re stoked to see this piece about the Blackpackers Outdoor Skill School (BOSS) show up in the @denverpost this morning, and are excited to have officially announced our CHF grant and plans for the summer.

✨You can find the link to the full article in our bio—
Share with your folks, and join us! ✨

“I’m trying to provide those skills to people to empower people,” she said. “But also these are entry-level outdoor skills and Colorado has a huge outdoor economy, and so if I can give people Leave No Trace, if I can give people wilderness first response, they’re going have a better chance of breaking into the industry.”

The workshops are open to adults as well as high school-age kids across the country and they are, of course, free to attend.”

BOSS launches July 2023
Please email admin@coblackpackers.com with interest.

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#blackpackers #coblackpackers #BlackpackersOutdoorSkillsSchool #BOSS #coloradosprings #coloradoshared #coloradosummer

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