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  Pikes Peak America's Mountain-General Information
It is the farthest east of the big peaks in the Rocky Mountain chain, which contributed to its early fame among explorers, pioneers and immigrants and made it the symbol of the 1859 Gold Rush to Colorado with the slogan, "Pikes Peak or Bust".
The second event, the Pikes Peak Auto Hill Climb on Saturday in July 1, 2006 is a race on the 12.42 mile gravel road which starts around the 6 1/2 mile mark on the highway.
Pikes Peak Ranger personnel are on duty and patrol the road at all times when the Highway is open.
www.pikespeakcolorado.com /GeneralInformation.htm   (697 words)

  
 Pikes Peak - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Pikes Peak is made of a characteristic pink granite, called Pikes Peak granite.
Originally the peak was called "Pike's Peak", but in 1891, the newly-formed US Board on Geographic Names recommended against the use of apostrophes in names, so officially the name of the peak does not include an apostrophe.
The Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway is a cog railroad operating from Manitou Springs to the summit year-round, conditions permitting.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pikes_Peak   (1294 words)

  
 Pikes Peak Cam(tm) - About Pike's Peak   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Pike's only attempt to climb the mountain was unsuccessful due to a cold November storm, and Pike later predicted that "no one would ever reach the summit." The first man to climb the peak was Dr. Edwin James in 1820.
In 1893, Katherine Lee Bates, a Massachusetts author and teacher, was so inspired by the view from atop Pikes Peak that she composed the lyrics to "America the Beautiful." Today, visitors can reach the summit by cog railway, car, or by foot.
The Pikes Peak Cog Railroad was built in 1891 and is still in operation.
www.pikespeakcam.com /abtppeak.html   (237 words)

  
 Audi Pikes Peak quattro
The Audi Pikes Peak quattro is notable for the manner in which it combines the sheer power of the legendary Audi quattro and an advanced design concept that brings together elements from widely varying types of automobile.
This is not all: the Audi Pikes Peak quattro is equally convincing with its innovative seating concept with variable elements as used in luxury vans.
What makes the Audi Pikes Peak quattro a truly forward-looking concept are its restrained but elegant proportions, with a confident air of supremacy and styling full of character that set it well apart from clumsy attempts to interpret the theme of a `go-anywhere' vehicle.
www.audiworld.com /news/03/naias/pikespeak/content.shtml   (508 words)

  
 Pike's Peak Cog Railway, Pikes Peak Colorado, Railroad, Train, Colorado Springs, Travel Manitou Springs, Vacation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Pike's Peak proximity to the edge of the Great Plains and its height made it the first sight of wagon trains searching for new fortunes and beginnings in the American West, leading to the expression in the late 1850's of "Pikes Peak or Bust".
The founder of the Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway was a Mr.
Pikes Peak is home to one of Colorado’s largest bighorn sheep herds, and riders on the Cog Railway frequently see many of these magnificent animals.
www.cograilway.com /aboutpikespeak.htm   (1426 words)

  
 The Seattle Times: Travel: Pikes Peak celebrates 200 years on America's map
Pikes Peak arises from the plains just west of Colorado Springs and dominates the landscape along the eastern slopes of the Rockies.
Pike's mission in 1806 was to explore the headwaters of the Arkansas River.
Later, Pike set out from what is now Pueblo — 40 miles south of Colorado Springs —; with three men, little gear and linen Army uniforms, believing they could summit the "Grand Peak" and return to camp in two days.
seattletimes.nwsource.com /html/travel/2003076803_pikespeak25.html   (760 words)

  
 ::Pikes Peak Arts Council:: RESOURCES
Pikes Peak Arts Council was chartered in 1968 as a nonprofit organization whose mission is to hold a central position in the cultural community, providing a forum for he exchange of ideas and information in the Pikes Peak Region.
Produce a cultural assessment of the Pikes Peak Region documenting the multiple impacts (aesthetic, social, economic, educational, etc.) of creative expression.
Produce at least one arts related event each year to showcase all art forms for the citizens of the Pikes Peak Region for the purpose of elevating arts appreciation, and creating high uniform standards of craftsmanship and artistic integrity.
www.pikespeakartscouncil.org /ppacabout.htm   (161 words)

  
 IA DNR: State Parks
Pikes Peak, in the heart of one of the nation's most picturesque regions, offers a unique combination of scenic beauty, history, and outdoor recreation opportunity.
Pikes Peak State Park is located in the "Paleozoic Plateau" that was missed by the glaciers that flattened and molded so much of Iowa.
It was later conveyed by Congress to the State of Iowa and became Pikes Peak and Point Ann State Parks in 1935.
www.iowadnr.com /parks/state_park_list/pikes_peak.html   (802 words)

  
 Marine Corps League Pikes Peak Detachment   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Colorado Springs is home to the Pikes Peak Detachment of the Marine Corps League.
Named after the mountain that overlooks Colorado Springs, the Marine Corps League Pikes Peak Detachment is comprised of active duty and reserve Marines, honorably discharged Marines with 90 days or more of service, retired Marines and Navy Corpsman.
The Pikes Peak Detachment's active membership exceeds 100 members who reside throughout southern Colorado to include Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Monument, Fountain, Security, Widefield and Calhan.
www.mclpikespeak.org   (102 words)

  
 Pikes Peak - Peakware World Mountain Encyclcopedia
Pikes Peak is an isolated peak on the front range of the Rocky Mountains, located in Central Colorado.
Pikes Peak and Mount Evans are the only two Colorado fourteeners with roads winding to their summits.
The Pikes Peak Toll Road was completed in 1916, and today is the site of the The Highway is the Pikes Peak Hill Climb, a motorized vehicle race held annually on July 4.
www.peakware.com /peaks.html?pk=1014   (195 words)

  
 Pikes Peak Aikido
At the core philosophy of Aikido are two fundamental threads: a commitment to peaceful conflict resolution whenever possible and a commitment to self-improvement through practice.
Pikes Peak Aikikai has been a part of the Colorado Springs martial arts scene for over 15 years.
Pikes Peak Aikikai is a member of the Aikido Schools of Ueshiba, an international federation of of more than 70 dojos.
www.pikespeakaikido.com   (128 words)

  
 S.A.M.E. Pikes Peak Post Officers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The Pikes Peak Post of Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) promotes professional development and social opportunities for military, public agency, and private industry engineers, planners, and management consultants involved in military and public works projects that support national defense and the public welfare.
The Pikes Peak Post is pleased to continue the SAME PPP Annual Awards and Recognition Program.
One of the missions of the SAME Pikes Peak Post (PPP) is to support the families of the military who are deployed from Colorado.
www.pikespeaksame.org /home.html   (372 words)

  
 SummitPost - Pikes Peak -- Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering
Pikes Peak ranks as 31st highest in Colorado, but is certainly more famous than many of the higher peaks.
Pike's Peak also has the greatest vertical gain of all the Colorado 14er's.
Katherine Lee Bates was so inspired by the beauty of Pikes Peak that she wrote her most famous poem "America the Beautiful" on the summit.
www.summitpost.org /mountain/rock/150200/pikes-peak.html   (1702 words)

  
 Pikes Peak Central
The Pikes Peak Forum is a www based message board for peak runners hosted by the Barr Trail Mountain Race.
Incline Club The club that took home 5 top 10s in the 1997 and 1998 Pikes Peak races, 7 in 1999, 10 in 2000 and 2001, 7 in 2002, 6 in 2003, 7 in 2004, 5 in 2005 and 10 in 2006!
Pikes Peak Alpine School, Inc. Climb in the thin air.
www.skyrunner.com /peak.htm   (845 words)

  
 Pikes Peak Young Marines [www.pikespeakyoungmarines.org]
This Website represents the Pikes Peak Young Marines unit, located on the edge of the Rocky Mountains in the shadow of Pikes Peak.
The Pikes Peak Young Marines is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, open to all children aged 8 to 18 years, and dedicated to strengthening the lives of America's youth by teaching the values of courage, loyalty, honor and patriotism in an atmosphere of teamwork, shared activities and camaraderie.
The Pikes Peak Young Marines are from Colorado Springs and surrounding communities.
www.pikespeakyoungmarines.org   (291 words)

  
 Index
Pikes Peak Woolies is located North of Colorado Springs in the Black Forest.
Pikes Peak Woolies offers our knowledge and experience to anyone interested in alpacas and/or llamas.
He is qualified to judge halter, performance and fleece for both llamas and alpacas.
www.pikespeakwoolies.com   (163 words)

  
 Pikes Peak Cam [tm]
At the summit of Pikes Peak, Katharine Lee Bates was inspired to pen the lines to her most famous poem, "America the Beautiful." She was overwhelmed by the sights of vast, open skies, planted fields, and the majestic Rocky Mountains.
The video camera for the Pikes Peak Cam™ Web Page runs during daylight hours, and the image is updated approximately once a minute with the weather updated every five minutes.
No part of this document may be reproduced without the express written permission of Pikes Peak Cam, LLC.
www.pikespeakcam.com   (210 words)

  
 Pikes Peak Credit Union   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Pikes Peak Credit Union located in Colorado Springs and Woodland Park, Colorado.
Members of Pikes Peak Credit Union are the owners, and since credit unions are "not for profit, " member-owned financial cooperatives, all profits are returned to the membership in the form of lower loan rates, higher dividends paid on deposits and no or low-fee services.
Pikes Peak Credit Union exists solely for the benefit of our members.
www.pikespeakcu.com   (116 words)

  
 Pikes Peak Country Attractions: Colorado Vacations with family fun. Plan your trip online
Pikes Peak Country Attractions: Colorado Vacations with family fun.
In 2006 communities in Pikes Peak region will join other Colorado towns along Zebulon Pike’s trail in a bicentennial celebration honoring his exploration of the Pikes Peak region.
The highlight of the celebration will occur in July 2006 when members of the Pikes family will gather to complete the journey begun by Pike 200 years earlier.
www.pikes-peak.com   (171 words)

  
 Aramark Parks Pikes Peak Colorado
Nearly six million people visit the Pikes Peak region each year.
Visitors to the Peak can enjoy breathtaking vistas, hiking, picnicking, fishing, and a variety of other attractions, including our world famous 14,000-foot donut.
In 1893, Katharine Lee Bates ascended the mountain and was so moved by the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and sweeping plains, she wrote the poem that ultimately became "America the Beautiful".
www.visitpikespeak.com   (200 words)

  
 Camp Alexander - Pikes Peak Council, Boy Scouts of America - Home
Camp Alexander is located in the beautiful Elevenmile Canyon in the Pike National Forest approximately 45 miles west of Colorado Springs, and two miles south of Lake George, in Park County, Colorado.
Your Scouts will have the opportunity to experience a wide variety of programs, ranging from aquatics to shooting sports, from nature to mountain biking, from rock climbing to the First Class Center where the Scout Handbook comes alive with the essential camping and outdoor skills.
It is the goal of our Camp staff to make sure that each Scout that attends Camp Alexander this year has a great camping experience and is able to accomplish all of his set goals and still have time to have fun and enjoy the mountains of Colorado.
www.pikespeakbsa.org /campa   (294 words)

  
 Pikes Peak Challenge | Home   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The Pikes Peak Challenge is a unique fundraising event held annually in September that encourages registered participants to experience the excitement and success of hiking to the summit of Pikes Peak.
Survivors of brain injury, family members and community supporters start their ascent up this magnificent 14,110-foot mountain at the base of Barr Trail In Manitou Springs, Colorado.
Registration is now closed for the 2006 Pikes Peak Challenge.
pikespeakchallenge.com   (197 words)

  
 Racing sidecar at Pikes Peak hill climb
he Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is a unique motorsports event and is the second oldest motorsports race (after the Indianapolis 500) in the United States.
The first ever Pikes Peak Hill Climb was in 1916.
The last time a Harley won (in any class) at Pikes Peak was when Bill Meier won the Open Pro (solo) class in 1954.
www.sidecarcross.com /pikespk   (332 words)

  
 Welcome to the Pikes Peak Chapter of MOAA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Welcome to the Pikes Peak Chapter of MOAA
The Pikes Peak Chapter is establishing a network of organizations and people that can help members in their search for second and perhaps third (fourth?) careers.
Thanks for visiting the Pikes Peak Chapter of MOAA, headquartered here in Colorado Springs.
www.pikespeakmoaa.org   (206 words)

  
 Triple Crown of Running and Pikes Peak Marathon
The Triple Crown of Running office is now located at 4209 Centennial Blvd (corner of Centennial and W. Garden of the Gods road), in the In Motion Physical Therapy building, next to Ace Hardware.
Place your order now for books associated with Pikes Peak Marathon, Training on the Peak, and Trailrunning.
Pikes Peak Marathon - August 19, 2007 (7:00 am)
www.pikespeakmarathon.org   (195 words)

  
 Colorado Rush Pikes Peak
Monday night’s Rush Pikes Peak College Advisory Program meeting Fall ‘06 was a huge success with a great turn out and an extremely informative session.
The 31st Annual Pikes Peak Invitational Tournament was a huge success again this year, with over 75 out of state teams joining the Colorado teams for a week long event held at the US Air Force Academy.
He is the first player from Rush Pikes Peak to be sporting the latest Rush cleats, whilst attending the Rush Pikes Peak Winter Camp.
www.peaksoccer.org   (1306 words)

  
 The Pikes Peak Chapter of MOAA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Norm related that he spoke with a Jack Flannery who is the President of the Pikes Peak Observatory Group.
Apparently the group is looking to place an observatory on the Peak and establish a science and technology center in town.
If you have editorial comments, a service to offer, business interest, or a news of general interest, send your item along with point of contact information to beinbrech@aol.com and I will add to the end of the meeting minutes.
www.pikespeakmoaa.org /html/notes990922.html   (3049 words)

  
 Official Website Of The Pikes Peak Derby Dames!
The mission of the Women's Flat Track Derby Association is to promote and foster the sport of women's Flat Track Derby by facilitating the development of athletic ability, sportswomanship, and goodwill among member leagues.
The governing philosophy is, "by the skaters, for the skaters." Women skaters are primary owners, managers, and operators of each member league and of the WFTDA.
Come support the PPDD SLAMAZONS, Pikes Peak Derby Dames NEW travel team, as they take on Denver's (Rocky Mt. Rollergirls) travel team, Fight Club October 21st at Tour Inline Arena.
pikespeakderbydames.com   (149 words)

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