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

Schedule

Thu Feb 12 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Limelight Boulder | Boulder, CO

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Join us for a cozy chat about outdoor gear essentials and safety tips - perfect for adventurers and nature lovers alike!
About this Event

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.


What We’ll Cover
  • 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

Who Should Attend
  • 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.


Event Details

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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Limelight Boulder, 1295 University Avenue, Boulder, United States

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