Columbia Hike Society Summer Residency

Columbia takes an ephemeral chalet in Chamonix from 23 to 29 August and runs a daily programme of guided hikes, workshops and community sessions as a slow counterpoint to race week. Mornings head into the massif behind a theme, from crystal hunting to navigation. Afternoons stay at the chalet for photography, mindfulness and debate. Every session is free and booked one at a time, with the exact meeting point shared by WhatsApp beforehand.