This is to prevent bears from entering in search of food. High-altitude effects We will live at 9000 feet and work at altitudes ranging from 7000 to 13,000 feet. Physical exhaustion, rapid heartbeat, and shortness of breath are common reactions. Additional symptoms include headaches, dizziness, and nosebleeds. Students are urged strongly to begin an exercise regime of walking, jogging, swimming, or bicycling.
Solar radiation is intense at high altitude, and severe sun burning can occur quickly.
In addition, southern Colorado is semiarid, and the dry air may induce skin and eye irritations as well as lead to rapid dehydration. Sun glasses, a broad-brimmed hat, sun screen, skin lotion, and a water bottle are essential. What to bring Rain jacket, rain pants, waterproof hat. It rains almost every afternoon during the summer in the mountains of southern Colorado. Sturdy, leather hiking boots.