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fax: (303) 724 -2920
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Medical Scientist Training Program
Annual MD/PhD Student Conference
July 24-26, 2009



Sunday Activities

 

Keystone is an ideal location for exploring the Rocky Mountains. Several activities will be planned and organized by University of Colorado MSTP students, while others are available to those with a car. Below is a list of organized Sunday morning activates. Activities are subject to change. As always, if you have further questions please contact the organizing committee.

 

For those wanting to participate in activities not officially organized by the conference, information regarding the summer activities available through Keystone Resort. 

 

Please note: The Keystone "Adventure Passport" is included with registration! Pick it up when you check in.

 

Chairlift Ride and Nature Walk
Hiking
Putt-Putt
Shopping
Canoeing / Kayaking Lake Dillon
Mountain Biking

 

Chair Lift Ride and Nature Walk  (back to top)


The Summit Express chairlift will whisk you to the summit of Dercum Mountain where we will enjoy a short nature hike while admiring the spectacular views of Lake Dillon, the Continental Divide and other mountain ranges. This will be a light, scenic hike but please wear comfortable shoes/clothes; you may also wish to bring a water bottle and a light jacket. We will meet at the River Run base area at 9:30 a.m. Cost for the chair lift is $12/person (2 for 1 with Adventure Passport). More information can be here.

 

Hiking  (back to top)

For hiking, please bring the following:  A pair of rugged, supportive shoes or boots, sunscreen, water, snack food, loose fitting clothes (preferably NOT made of cotton), a warm layer, and rain/wind resistant layer. Consider bringing a small pack to carry these things with you on the hike.

 

Advanced Hike:We will be hiking Quandary- 14,265ft- weather permitting. In order to summit, we will leave Keystone at 5:30am and should arrive back just before 1pm. This hike will have an altitude gain of 3,450 ft and will be 6.75 miles round trip. Hiking experience is required. More details can be found here.

 

Intermediate Hike:We will be hiking to Booth Falls. We will plan on leaving Keystone at 8am and will arrive back around 12:30pm. This hike is known for having abundant wildflowers and a beautiful waterfall. The altitude gain is 1800ft and the round trip distance is 4 miles. Hiking experience is a plus, but not a necessity. More details can be found here.

  

 

5th Annual MD/PhD Student Putt-Putt Golf Tournament  (back to top)

 

Spend your Sunday morning enjoying the simplicity of one of a few sports where the lowest score wins! All skill levels are welcome, from pro golfers looking to hone their short game to newcomers willing to try their luck at “one of the most scenic mini golf courses around.” Meet at 9:00am at the Dercum Square Buffalo Lodge. Please click here for rental prices.

 

 

Outlet Shopping at Silverthorne  (back to top)

 

For a different type of outdoor experience, try outdoor shopping at the Outlets at Silverthorne. We’ll be “hiking” in and around the over 50 stores, exploring retail marvels such as Le Creuset and Sunglass Hut. For an early start, join us for breakfast at Paisano’s Casual Italian Eatery at 8:30 a.m., or sleep in and meet at us at the River Run bus stop at 10:00 a.m. for free transportation to the outlets. We will be returning to the Keystone lodge by 1:00pm for the Conference buffet lunch.

 

 

Canoe and Kayak on Lake Dillon  (back to top)

 

Enjoy a morning of kayaking or canoeing on scenic Lake Dillon.  We will meeting at the Keystone Conference Center at 8:30 a.m. and carpool to the Frisco Bay Marina.  At the marina, you will have the opportunity to rent a kayak or canoe and embark on a peaceful morning of paddling.  Please dress in appropriate athletic wear according the weather, and don’t forget your sunscreen!  Please click here for rental prices.

 

 

Mountain Biking  (back to top)

 

Meet at the Keystone Conference Center at 7:30am on Sunday. Please dress in athletic wear according to the weather and bring sunscreen, water, and a bike. To reserve a bike ahead of time, call the Mountain Bike Headquarters at (970) 496-4619. This shop opens at 9:00am, so you will have to pick up your bike on Saturday. Bikes are available at other shops as well. We will head to the Soda Ridge Trail. Note that this trail is part of the Keystone trail system, but is not downhill mountain biking requiring lift access offered by Keystone Resort. If you are interested in downhill biking, you should have some previous biking experience and set up that activity yourself.

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