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 8 a.m. for January-March trips and 7 a.m. for April trips. 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, snowshoes, Yak Trax 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.
January - April 2026 Snowshoe Hike Registration
Online & Walk-In Registration for January & February
Residents: Tuesday, December 2 at 8:30 a.m.
Nonresidents: Tuesday, December 2 at 9:30 a.m.
Online & Walk-In Registration for March & April
Residents: Tuesday, February 3 at 8:30 a.m.
Nonresidents: Tuesday, February 3 at 9:30 a.m.
Snowshoe Hikes (Ages 62+)
Date
Location
Price
Hike Distance
Jan 8
Lair O' the Bear
$14R/$17NR
5.0
Jan 15
Rattlesnake Gulch
$13R/$16NR
3.6
Jan 22
Up. Beaver Mdws. RMNP
$21R/$25NR
4.0
Jan 29
Burning Bear Trail
$21R/$25NR
5.0
Date
Location
Price
Hike Distance
Feb 5
Coulson Gulch Trail
$15R/$18NR
6.0
Feb 12
Golden Gate Canyon SP
$17R/$20NR
5.0
Feb 19
Chautauqua Park
$12R/$14NR
4.0
Feb 26
Canyon Loop Trail
$14R/$17NR
3.3
Date
Location
Price
Hike Distance
Mar 5
Rocky Mtn. Arsenal WR
$10R/$12NR
4.2
Mar 12
Mystery Hike
$13R/$16NR
4.0
Mar 19
North Ten Mile Creek
$23R/$28NR
6.6
Mar 26
Garden of the Gods
$21R/$25NR
5.0
Date
Location
Price
Hike Distance
Apr 2
North Table Mesa
$17R/$20NR
6.0
Apr 9
Ceran St. Vrain/Miller Rk.
$19R/$23NR
6.0
Apr 16
Mills Lake RMNP
$22R/$26NR
5.3
Apr 23
Button Rock Dam
$19R/$23NR
4.7
Apr 30
La Deux Reservoir Trail
$16R/$19NR
4.0
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: $15R/$18NR
Date
Location
Time
Jan 6
Central City & Cemeteries
8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Feb 10
Red Rocks
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Mar 17
Downtown Golden
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Apr 14
Historic Greeley
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.
Fees: $15R/$18NR
Date
Location
Time
Jan 10
Tour of Boulder
8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Feb 14
Hammonds Candy Factory
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Mar 21
Arsenal Wildlife Refuge
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Apr 11
Historic Riverside Cemetary
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Trips
Winter/Spring 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.
January Trip Registration
Residents: December 4 (begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Nonresidents: December 4 (begins at 9:30 a.m.)
February Trip Registration
Residents: January 8 (begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Nonresidents: January 8 (begins at 9:30 a.m.)
March Trip Registration
Residents: February 5 (begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Nonresidents: February 5 (begins at 9:30 a.m.)
April Trip Registration
Residents: March 5 (begins at 8:30 a.m.)
Nonresidents: March 5 (begins at 9:30 a.m.)
Date
Location
Price
Time
Jan 6
Food for Hope | Visit & Volunteer
$10R/$12.50NR
8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Jan 13
Melting Pot | Supper Club
$8.50R/$11NR
4-7 p.m.
Jan 22
National Western Stock Show
$38.50R/$41NR
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Jan 27
LoB: Golf & Bocce Ball
$25R/$27NR
4-7 p.m.
Feb 10
Hammonds Candy Tour & Lunch
$6R/$7.50NR
8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Feb 18
Riverdale Animal Shelter Tour
$4.50R/$6NR
1-4 p.m.
Feb 21
DCPA Tour & Lunch
$19R/$22NR
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Feb 23
Ben's Brick Oven Pizza | Supper Club
$8R/$10NR
4-7 p.m.
Feb 24
Makerspace & Lunch
$8R/$10NR
TBD
Mar 8
Kangaroo Meet & Greet
$72R/$74NR
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Mar 10
Supper Club: Nallen's Irish Pub
$7R/$9NR
4-7 p.m.
Mar 24
Rhythm of the Horse Tour
$10.50R/$13.50NR
TBD
Mar 31
Good Times Dog Sledding Yard Tour & Lunch
$59.50R/$64.50NR
TBD
Apr 6
Reckless Noodle House | Supper Club
$7.50R/$9.50NR
4-7 p.m.
Apr 12
The Huckleberry Afternoon Tea
$34R/$36NR
1-5 p.m.
Apr 26
Dragon Man Military Museum & Lunch
$32R/$35NR
8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Apr 28
Dinosaur Ridge & Lunch
$12.50R/$16NR
9 a.m.
Check back for more information about upcoming 2026 & 2027 trips!
