Classroom Location:

Colorado Rocky Mountain School
1493 County Road 106
Carbondale, CO 81623

Note: Inputting the above street address will not yield accurate directions to the school's main entrance. For directions to the CRMS campus, visit the CRMS website.

* There is also a lodging/meal plan available through CRMS for this workshop only *

This inspiring campus is just minutes away from the SEI Carbondale office, downtown Carbondale, and world class rivers, mountain biking, and hiking. Bring your family and plan to spend some extra time in the area. Download our Carbondale Recreation info packet for information on all the fun things to do in the Roaring Fork Valley. There are many recreational activities in the Carbondale area, and throughout the Valley. Hiking trails, biking trails, fly-fishing, climbing, rafting and kayaking are only some of the outdoor sports that can be enjoyed. Bicycle rentals are available for more adventurous mountain biking. For info on bike rentals call Ajax Sports - (970) 963-0128, or Ute City Cycles - (970) 963-2500.
Again, please remember: If you are coming from sea-level please be aware of the higher elevation, and do not attempt any strenuous exercise until you are acclimated. And remember to drink plenty of water.

The town of Aspen is just 30 miles east of Carbondale, where you can find entertainment, shopping and gourmet dining. Redstone, a historic art community, is 18 miles south of Carbondale. And the famous Glenwood Springs Hot Springs pool and Vapor Caves are only 12 miles away. For more information, check out the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce website!

Class Details:
Class will run from approximately 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day of class. Please plan to arrive at the classroom no later than 8:45 on the first day so that the instructors can check you into the class. Lunch will be from approximately 12:00-1:00 pm each day, in addition to a short morning and afternoon break.

The RE for Educators workshop consists of four days of hands-on activities, curriculum lesson planning, and classroom lectures designed to prepare you to bring the basics of renewable energy and energy efficiency into your classroom.

Transportation and Travel:
See the CRMS website for more detailed directions to the campus.

Closest Airports:
Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (ASE)—25 miles from the classroom
Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE)—40 miles from the classroom
Denver International Airport (DEN)—4 hour drive to the classroom.

Rental Cars:  For a list of rental car agencies and directions from each airport, please click on the respective links:
Aspen-Pitkin Airport Rental Car Agencies and Directions
Eagle County Regional Airport Rental Car Agencies and Directions
Denver Airport Rental Car Agencies and Directions

Bus Stations: There is a Greyhound Station at 51171 Highway 6 and 24, Glenwood Springs, CO, which is approximately 13 miles from the classroom. Colorado Mountain Express goes from the Denver International Airport to Carbondale, and SEI students receive a 10% discount. To reserve a seat click here.

Train Stations: There is also an Amtrak Station at 413 7th St, Glenwood Springs, CO, which is approximately 12 miles from the classroom.

Public Transportation and Shuttle Services:
Here is a list of local taxi/limousine services that serve the airports:
Ajax Limousines, Carbondale (970) 925-4144
High Mountain Taxi, Aspen (970) 925-8294 (Eagle Airport only)
Colorado Mountain Express, Denver (800) 525-6363
Colorado Airport Shuttle, Aspen (970) 920-9124
Oz's Limo Aspen, Aspen (970) 379-7968
Star Limousine, Aspen (970) 379-2118
Aspen/Snowmass Limo (970) 925-5549, (877) 925-5549, cfeldon@rof.net

Finally, the Roaring Fork Valley is blessed with an excellent public transportation system. There is frequent bus service between Glenwood Springs, Aspen, and Carbondale. See the Roaring Fork Transit Agency’s (RFTA) website (www.rfta.com) for a schedule and fare information or call them at 970-925-8484. SEI is about 5 blocks from the nearest bus stop.

CRMS Meal and Lodging:
Please contact SEI to register for the lodging and meal plan.

There is a lodging/meal plan at CRMS available for an additional $250. There is also a $50 lunch only plan for locals. We do not require you to stay on campus, but we highly suggest that you do stay with us at CRMS as the dorms are right next to the classroom, and we hope to foster more community by housing participants together. Besides, this lodging/meal plan is probably the least expensive option for food and lodging in the area. (See below for more details.)

Food Meal Plan: The full meal plan covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner starting with breakfast on Monday (June 23) and ending with lunch on Thursday (June 26th). If you are a local and chose to simply purchase the $50 meal plan, you will be invited to join us for lunch only at the CRMS cafeteria every day of the workshop (Mon – Thurs).

Meals: The food provided by CRMS is a delicious, well rounded fare that accommodates all eating preferences. Please let us know if you have any special dietary need or allergies to ensure a wonderful culinary experience for everyone. During the summer months, CRMS often uses fresh vegetables from their organic garden.

Lodging Overview: The lodging is located on campus in the CRMS dormitories. All of the dorm rooms are two-person, and CRMS will provide linens, towels, and light housekeeping on a daily basis. All dorms have shared bathrooms and a common living space. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight as there are no lamps in the dorms. The lodging plan runs from Sunday evening (June 22) through Friday Morning (June 26). Check out is by 2pm on Friday.

Lodging limitations: Particluar care must be taken with the water hazards that are on campus, specifically the irrigation ditches, ponds, and rivers - children near these areas must be supervised at all times. There are no laundry facilities on campus (but there is a Laundromat in town). Participants are responsible for their own rooms and living space. No smoking is allowed inside dormitories, classrooms, or other CRMS facilities. Some faculty members live on campus year round. Please respect their privacy.

Why sign up for the Lodging/meal plan?

• Our goal is to create a culture of inclusivity. Sharing meals and living space will help us find the time to get to know each other and share ideas and stories. Even if you live close by, we encourage you to take a week away from home and join us in Carbondale.
• The CRMS campus in and of itself is a beautiful campus that is an inspiring setting in which to live and learn.
• The CRMS campus is 2 miles out of town. We want to limit the amount of driving to and from the workshop every day. With that said, think about bringing, renting, or borrowing a bicycle for the week!
• We have a lot of information to cover in a short time frame. By having the participants stay close to the classroom, we can be more efficient with time management.
  You won't find a better deal anywhere else in town!

Other Nearby Lodging:
Carbondale offers a wide range of quality lodging options, to meet any budget. Indoor commercial accommodations range from $50 - $165 per night. There is also a hostel in nearby Glenwood Springs. For a list of bed and breakfasts, hotels, cabins, and campgrounds in Carbondale see our accomodations page. In addition, we have a lengthy list of rooms, guest houses, and personal camping options for rent from local folks. If you are interested in sharing space with a local person, then please email Kathy Swartz at kswartz@solarenergy.org and she will send you an electronic copy of this list.

Camping is the most inexpensive option. Campgrounds and RV parks with facilities range from $13 - $20 per night. Carbondale is bordered by National Forest and BLM land - for more information about camping on public land, please call the U.S. Forest Service at (970) 963-2266 or the BLM at (970) 928-2800. Camping on BLM land is limited to seven days and is limited to recreational camping only (not residential). People staying longer than seven days can be ticketed. And if you are camping on Forest Service or BLM land, please bring your own toilet, and dispose of your waste at an approved dump station.

As a note, there is NO camping or housing available at our Carbondale Office.

Other Food Options:
Downtown Carbondale does have a wealth of amazing restaurants, ranging from quick and tasty pizza at Peppinos, to fine dining at Restaurant Six 89, to gourmet Thai (Phat Thai) and Italian (Ella), to amazing breakfast (The Village Smithy), to great pizza and beer (The White House Pizza and The Pour House), cold Margaritas and savory Mexican food (Mi Casita). For a list of restaurants in the immediate area, please click here. Also, feel free to ask the Carbondale staff for their recommendations.

Weather:
The weather in Carbondale in summer should be in the 70s or 80s during the day and then drop into the 50s at night. For a more detailed look at the weather, go to weather.com.

What to Bring:
For the classroom portion of the workshop you may want to have a calculator, a pen or pencil, and paper for notes. Colorado weather this time of year is typically hot summer temperatures and relatively dry. Be prepared for cooler evening weather and rain, however. Since we will be doing outdoor labs during the week, we recommend that you bring a hat, raingear, sunscreen and a water bottle. Also remember to bring appropriate clothing to take advantage of all of the recreational activities in the area.