Meet Bruce, our Outdoor Recreation Leader and driver, at the west end of the Thornton Active Adult Center parking lot (11181Colorado Blvd.) Van departs at 7 a.m. for May - August hikes. Meet at the Carpenter Park Tennis courts at least 15-minutes before departure time. Return times will vary from week to week depending on various factors.
Please dress appropriately for the weather and trail conditions including waterproof hiking boots, and a day pack with your lunch, snacks, plenty of water and anything else you may need on the trail. These hikes are challenging. Please contact Mike.Coulter@ThorntonCO.gov or 720-977-5914 if you have questions about hike preparedness.
September - November 2026 Hike Registration
Online & Walk-In Registration for September - November Hikes
Residents: Tuesday, August 11 at 8:30 a.m.
Nonresidents: Tuesday, August 11 at 9:30 a.m.
Advanced Hikes (Ages 62+)
Date
Location
Price
Hike Distance
Sept 3
Silver Dollar Lake
$21R/$25NR
4.2
Sept 10
Echo Lake/Idaho Springs
$20R/$24NR
4.1
Sept 17
East Shore RMNP
$30R/$36NR
5.9
Sept 24
Arthur's Rock
$20R/$24NR
3.2
Date
Location
Price
Hike Distance
Oct 1
Indian Mesa
$16R/$19NR
4.5
Oct 8
West Ridge/Meadow View
$16R/$19NR
3.6
Oct 15
Buchannon Pass
$18R/$22NR
5.2
Oct 22
Cheeseman Reservoir
$21R/$25NR
3.5
Oct 29
Mystery Halloween Hike
$19R/$23NR
4.8
Date
Location
Price
Hike Distance
Nov 5
South Mesa/Blue Stem
$15R/$18NR
4.2
Nov 12
Bear Creek/Panorama Point
$17R/$20NR
6.4
Nov 19
NCAR Table Mesa
$15R/$18NR
3.9
Beginner/Intermediate Hikes (Ages 62+)
Check back for more beginner hikes in 2027!
Date
Location
Price
Hike Distance
Additional Outdoor Activities
Bruce will guide you through taking beautiful pictures with tips on how to determine your subject, lighting, focus, and other various pointers. Don’t you have an expensive camera? Don’t worry! You can even use your cellphone camera! Be prepared to photograph for about 1½ hours. Many of these trips will require a great deal of walking on uneven terrain. This trip is location is secret and at night. Fees: $12R/$14NR
Date
Location
Time
Sept 8
Boulder Creek
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Oct 6
Historic Mansions
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Nov 20
Mystery Trip
4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Dec 8
Highlands Ranch Museum
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Check back for more information about our 2026 program and dates for the spring and summer!
Want to try doing something different with your children and meet new people at the same time? These guided trips with Bruce Baker are a great opportunity to explore new places and events. Please plan to dress appropriately and bring drinks, snacks, and food as needed. Most trips will depart from and return to the Active Adult Center (AAC) at 112th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard in our large capacity van.
Date
Location
Time
Fee
Sept 19
Greeley History Museum & Movie
8 a.m.- 1 p.m.
$12R/$14NR
Oct 17
Mystery Trip - Lafayette
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
$12R/$14NR
Nov 14
Colorado Railroad Museum
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
$8R/$10NR
Dec 18
Christmas Lights Tour & Dinner
4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
$8R/$10NR
Trips
Fall/Winter Trip Registration
Come explore the sights, sounds and tastes of Colorado by coming on a trip! From unique to fun and informative destinations and tasty restaurants, we have trip options for you. Online and walk-in registration.
*Please note: You must cancel by the end of the registration period to receive a full refund. Cancellations after the registration period will be given a refund if your spot is sold. All refunds are subject to approval by the program coordinator.
September Trip Registration
Residents: August 6 - 20 (begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Nonresidents: August 6 - 20 (begins at 9:30 a.m.)
October Trip Registration
Residents: September 3 - 17 (begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Nonresidents: September 3 - 17 (begins at 9:30 a.m.)
November Trip Registration
Residents: October 1 - 15 (begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Nonresidents: October 1 - 15 (begins at 9:30 a.m.)
December Trip Registration
Residents: November 5 - 19 (begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Nonresidents: November 5 - 19 (begins at 9:30 a.m.)
Date
Location
Price
Time
Sept 15
Hot Air Balloon Ride
$11R/$14NR
6:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sept 15
MOB Tour
$35R/$37.50NR
Evening
Sept 22
Ralph L. Carr Colorado Judicial Center
$10R/$12.50NR
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sept 27
Mighty Argo Mill Tour & Cable Car Ride
$42R/$45NR
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Oct 4
Cider Days
$21.50R/$24.50NR
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Oct 6
The Dairy Center Tour
$8.50R/$11NR
TBD
Oct 10
Victorian Tea, Bazaar & Bake Sale
$54.50R/$57NR
12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Oct 27
Lunch Bunch: Casa Bonita
$39R/$41.50NR
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Nov 3
Mines Museum of Earth Science
$18R/$20.50NR
TBD
Nov 17
Water Treatment Plant
$6R/$7NR
8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Nov 21
Denver Brass
$10R/$12.50NR
1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Nov 23
Colorado Model Railroad Museum & Hatworks Tour
$13.50R/$17NR
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Nov 29
Holiday Show at LCC
TBD
12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dec 1
Lunch Bunch: North Italia
$7.50R/$9.50NR
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Dec 8
Blossoms of Lights
$8R/$10NR
4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Dec 13
Candlelight Dinner Theater: Holiday Inn
$93.50R/$97NR
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Dec 22
Paddywax Candle Bar
$48.50R/$51NR
10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Shades of Ireland Trip
April 16 - 25, 2027
Presentation on Wednesday, March 18 at 1:00 p.m. at the Active Adult Center. Pre-registration is required with Activity Number 131314-A
Contact Jenny Ressl with questions at 720-977-5852
