Bill Burke 2026 Winter/Spring Class - 2/28 - 3/1 2026

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The PRE-RUN is March 20-22 (LINK).
Cruise Moab starts April 15

March 7-8 seems the ideal weekend for anyone going for the Hat Trick: Burke class, pre-run, and CM. I know you are on here! That was there are not consecutive weekends out West.

February 28 - March 1 is likely second best (sorry @MonPetiteShoe)

March 28 - 29 is next best, but then I'd miss Super Diamond in Golden with LongCruiser (sorta for my birthday)

If it was 3/14-15 then maybe I'd stay in the area all week and move right on to the pre-run, kinda like @dehru mentioned.
 

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I'm interested, but don't reschedule on my account. I'm only available for the Feb 28-Mar 1, or the first weekend in April. Would love to learn from such a legend! Thanks @timmbuck2 for coordinating!
 

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Do we have any updates yet?
 

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I am waiting for confirmation on dates from Mr. Burke, should have an update here soon.
 

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Put it on your calendar, Fen 28 - March 1! In Grand Junction. Cost will depend on number of attendees. Let me find Dom's awesome email from the last couple of years and I will post the details. Main focus on this class will be recovery tools and techniques, but you end up learning SO much from his classes about so many different things, too!
 

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Many thanks to @DomOfTheDead for setting this up in the past! Much appreciated man. I have copied and tweaked your event post. ;)

YES


Maybe
1- @timmbuck2 and 1 to 3 sons....depends on who can make it :)


We are setting up another trail leader training class for the 2025 Cruise Moab event. Cruise Moab needs volunteers for trail leaders during the event and this is the best training opportunity for anyone interested in helping out. Moving forward we will be doing a better job of "vetting" our CM Trail Leaders, and attendance of a course like this will be highly valued! This class will be taught by Bill Burke and Chris Nelson. Bill is a renowned guide and recovery expert, Chris is a I4WDTA master trainer. Both gentlemen provide training for major automotive manufacturers and government agencies so it awesome that they take time to help our club and event. This is open to Rising Sun members and non members alike.

When: Feb 28 - March 1
Where: Grand Junction, CO
830am at the Grand masonic lodge 2400 Consistory Ct, Grand Junction, CO 81501

park in the back of the building, north side parking lot
What to bring: gloves, clothing to accommodate variable weather conditions, something to take notes with, sunscreen, water bottle (there is a drinking fountain in the lodge as well as bathrooms), sack lunch is recommended but there are restaurants available locally.
What this class covers: recovery gear and techniques, dynamics of on trail group management, emphasis on tread lightly principles with the delicate ecosystem of the Moab area, spotting signaling and communication, first aid basics and many other topics relating to our event. Class schedule is typically mornings inside the lodge, classroom style discussions and learning and after lunch, in field exercises depending on weather conditions.
During in field exercises carpooling is encouraged with a 10 vehicle max for those portions of the class only.

Deadline for cancellation is TBD, cancellation after that date will still require full payment of your portion. class cost will be calculated at that time and deadline for payment is TBD

Class cost is $2000 total for both days. 20 students = $100 per person, 15 students = $134, ect. Payment details will be posted as we get closer

20 students max.

Lodging in Grand junction is recommended
 

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Many thanks to @DomOfTheDead for setting this up in the past! Much appreciated man. I have copied and tweaked your event post. ;)

YES


Maybe
1- @timmbuck2 and 1 to 3 sons....depends on who can make it :)


We are setting up another trail leader training class for the 2025 Cruise Moab event. Cruise Moab needs volunteers for trail leaders during the event and this is the best training opportunity for anyone interested in helping out. Moving forward we will be doing a better job of "vetting" our CM Trail Leaders, and attendance of a course like this will be highly valued! This class will be taught by Bill Burke and Chris Nelson. Bill is a renowned guide and recovery expert, Chris is a I4WDTA master trainer. Both gentlemen provide training for major automotive manufacturers and government agencies so it awesome that they take time to help our club and event. This is open to Rising Sun members and non members alike.

When: Feb 28 - March 1
Where: Grand Junction, CO
830am at the Grand masonic lodge 2400 Consistory Ct, Grand Junction, CO 81501

park in the back of the building, north side parking lot
What to bring: gloves, clothing to accommodate variable weather conditions, something to take notes with, sunscreen, water bottle (there is a drinking fountain in the lodge as well as bathrooms), sack lunch is recommended but there are restaurants available locally.
What this class covers: recovery gear and techniques, dynamics of on trail group management, emphasis on tread lightly principles with the delicate ecosystem of the Moab area, spotting signaling and communication, first aid basics and many other topics relating to our event. Class schedule is typically mornings inside the lodge, classroom style discussions and learning and after lunch, in field exercises depending on weather conditions.
During in field exercises carpooling is encouraged with a 10 vehicle max for those portions of the class only.

Deadline for cancellation is TBD, cancellation after that date will still require full payment of your portion. class cost will be calculated at that time and deadline for payment is TBD

Class cost is $2000 total for both days. 20 students = $100 per person, 15 students = $134, ect. Payment details will be posted as we get closer

20 students max.

Lodging in Grand junction is recommended
Put me as a maybe for 1....I will confirm asap. Confirmation, I’m in!
 
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What about hail?
 

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6 and counting!
 
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