The mission statement of the Colorado Mountain Club was written in 1912 and has remained unchanged for over...  see moreThe mission statement of the Colorado Mountain Club was written in 1912 and has remained unchanged for over 100 years.
To unite the energy, interest, and knowledge of the students, explorers and lovers of the mountains of Colorado;

Collect and disseminate information regarding the Rocky Mountains on behalf of science, literature, art, and recreation;
Stimulate public interest in our mountain area;
Encourage the preservation of forests, flowers, fauna, and natural scenery; and
Render readily accessible the alpine attractions of this region.  less