Plan Your Trip

Dan & Christy Sines will be hosting our reunion at their mountain property in Guffey, CO.

Address:

9470 County Rd #102

Guffey, CO 80820

Dan and Christy are opening their home for us to stay in addition to several camper spots available in their campground. Be sure to list how many beds you need and notate if you would like to reserve a campground spot on your RSVP form.

Colorado has some of the most breathtakingly gorgeous views in the country, mostly because of its beautiful mountain peaks. Colorado Springs climbs to an altitude of 6,035 feet. Manitou Springs, just five miles to the west of Colorado Springs, is 6,320 feet. Further west, the towns of Victor and Cripple Creek are over 9,500 feet. The summit of Pikes Peak towers above them all at 14,115 feet.

Where we will be staying in Guffey, CO the altitude averages 8,658 feet!

These high altitudes can produce some unusual high altitude effects such as dizziness, nausea and headaches. To avoid these effects, make sure to:

1. Stay below 7,000 feet the first day (the city of Colorado Springs is 6,035 feet above sea level.)

2. Give your body time to adjust (there's lots to see and do at lower altitudes.)

3. Avoid strenuous exercise the first day.

4. Limit alcohol intake. Alcohol binds oxygen and water and robs your body of these two important nutrients.

5. Drink more water. The air is drier and your body will dehydrate much more quickly. The higher up you go, the more water you should drink.

6. Always travel with a companion. If someone begins to experience severe coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath or chest pain, get him or her to a lower altitude as quickly as possible.

If you need medical attention during the reunion, see Heather Estrada or Christy Sines

Weather in the mountains can be unpredictable. In July, you can expect 70-80 degree days and chillier nights. The key to outsmarting the unpredictable weather is layers! Be sure to bring a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

The sun is intense year round, but especially in the summer. Be sure to bring lots of sunscreen (SPF 15+) and reapply throughout the day.

It is very dry. We will be providing water bottles, but plan to bring lotion and a good lip balm.

If you need more help packing, we have put together this sample packing list. Check it out!