Gold Creek Campground, Western Colorado

[Mountain high]

Living off the grid tragedy at Gold Creek Campground within the Rockies in Western Colorado...

Gunnison County campers die while going "off the grid"

(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A devastating discovery in Gunnison County has left a Colorado Springs family in shock and mourning, as they learned that the three campers found dead at a remote campground we…

www.fox21news.com

 

[Tulecreeper]

Sadness all around. But the story of the Donner Party when I was a kid really opened my eyes to what unpreparedness can do to you. A person doesn't have to be anal about it, but the 7 P's is always on my mind. And I still bugger it up from time to time.

 

[Trivet]

I think this is the takeaway from the story: "In preparation for their lifelong journey in the wilderness, Jara said they did most of their research on the internet, learning how they could survive through YouTube videos."

 

[NMJEEP]

So watching pilots on YouTube won't make me a pilot? Sad story but wow what happened to common sense. Step away from the TV and go enjoy life first hand, you might learn something.

 

[Mountain high]

My youngest daughter and my son-in-law lived in Gunnison County for awhile. In Gunnison, Colorado the average low temperature in January is -6.6° F. It's one of the coldest regions in the Rockies.

Typical Gunnison January Weather
1991–2020
Average daily high 25.9 °F
Average daily low -6.6 °F
Average monthly precipitation 0.8 inches
Average monthly snow 11.2 inches

"Winter Weather & Preparedness Information
Gunnison County's winter temperatures are frequently some of the coldest in the nation. Sub-zero & sub-freezing temperatures are not uncommon and can last for weeks at a time. It is important to take precautions when living in such a rural and harsh environment."

Winter Weather & Preparedness Information | Gunnison County, CO - Official Website

Gunnison, CO is known for its cold winters and snowy/icy conditions. Don't be left out in the cold during a winter storm or emergency. Review this information to have a plan and stay warm and safe.

www.gunnisoncounty.org

 

[Tulecreeper]

My youngest daughter and my son-in-law lived in Gunnison County for awhile. In Gunnison, Colorado the average low temperature in January is -6.6° F. It's one of the coldest regions in the Rockies.

Typical Gunnison January Weather
1991–2020
Average daily high 25.9 °F
Average daily low -6.6 °F
Average monthly precipitation 0.8 inches
Average monthly snow 11.2 inches

No, thanks. I'll pass.

 

[Onyrlef]

My youngest daughter and my son-in-law lived in Gunnison County for awhile. In Gunnison, Colorado the average low temperature in January is -6.6° F. It's one of the coldest regions in the Rockies.

Typical Gunnison January Weather
1991–2020
Average daily high 25.9 °F
Average daily low -6.6 °F
Average monthly precipitation 0.8 inches
Average monthly snow 11.2 inches

"Winter Weather & Preparedness Information
Gunnison County's winter temperatures are frequently some of the coldest in the nation. Sub-zero & sub-freezing temperatures are not uncommon and can last for weeks at a time. It is important to take precautions when living in such a rural and harsh environment."

Winter Weather & Preparedness Information | Gunnison County, CO - Official Website

Gunnison, CO is known for its cold winters and snowy/icy conditions. Don't be left out in the cold during a winter storm or emergency. Review this information to have a plan and stay warm and safe.

www.gunnisoncounty.org

My sister and bil lived in an underground house in Leadville back when the Moly mine was still operating. It required minimal heat in winter and no a/c ever.