Fireside Chat: Gear Like a Guide - Outdoor Gear Overview and Safety

Not all outdoor gear is created equal — and knowing how and why guides choose their gear can make a big difference in comfort, safety, and performance outdoors.

Join Colorado Wilderness Rides & Guides at Limelight Boulder for a relaxed, fireside conversation focused on how professional guides think about gear selection across seasons and activities. This free, in-person event is designed for outdoor enthusiasts looking to make more informed choices before their next adventure.

Every attendee will receive a discount to Limelight’s signature bar and grill, plus exclusive discounts on guided adventures and educational programs with Colorado Wilderness Rides & Guides.

Through real-world examples and open discussion, our guides will walk through how they approach layering systems, footwear, packs, and essential tools — and how to adapt gear choices to changing conditions in Colorado.

• How guides choose gear for safety, efficiency, and comfort
• Layering systems for Colorado’s variable weather
• Footwear, packs, and essentials across seasons
• Common gear mistakes — and how to avoid them
• How to match gear choices to your goals and experience level

• Hikers, backpackers, and snowshoers
• New or aspiring outdoor adventurers
• Experienced recreationists refining their gear systems
• Anyone curious how professional guides think about gear

No technical background or prior experience required. This is an educational, conversational event — not a gear demo or sales pitch.

Date: February 12
Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
Location: Limelight Boulder (Royal Arch Room)

Space is limited. Registration is encouraged.

This event is part of a Fireside chat series between Colorado Wilderness and Limelight Boulder. The final event in this series is "Fireside Fly-Fishing Lab" to take place on March 12th.

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