Soldier Day

The Destination: Leadville, Colorado

Leadville Population in 2023 was 2,628. Leadville lies close to timberline, with as elevation of 10,158 ft. The surrounding peaks are all well above 12,000 feet and are thus bare of trees. Leadville has the highest elevation of any city in the United States. Leadville lies in a valley at the headwaters of the Arkansas River. Our travels will take us up over Fremont Pass at an elevation of 11,318 and Tennessee Pass at an elevation of 10,424. So, with that said this trip is not for the faint of heart or weak lungs. You will need to prepare for this type of elevation weeks in advance.  

The Fishing: will be done on the head waters of the Arkansas river.

This fishing requires a skill level of medium to high. The headwaters of the Eagle River skill level novice and up. We will also have a day of fishing in private lakes and ponds. This day will be spent in the beautiful surroundings of a homestead setting. Private homes nestled in the beauty of the Colorado high country. Float tubes can be used on ponds and lakes. Participants using float tubes and equipment must be experienced with the use of them. 

This trip is five-days total, starting on a Sunday and returning on Thursday.