1. Choose a peak.

2. Check the Weather. www.weather.com

3. Determine the drive time, shortest drive, most scenic, will a 4X4 vehicle be necessary?

4. Length of climb, difficulty, have you done a comparable climb before.

5. Can you carry enough water or should you bring a water purifier.

6. What to pack.

7. Finding a friend to go with. Yahoo! Groups: Colorado Climbers

8. Tread Lightly & Leave No Trace.