Rock Climbing

on Zuma Wall & Haus Rock

On every climbing program students will learn the foundation of climbing skills, belaying, communication systems, and rock climbing movement.

Stand-up Paddleboarding

on Lake Dillon

Paddleboarding is just a short walk away from the campsite. We start by learning how to paddle forward, backward, and techniques for turning. Once the basics are done, we allow for free paddle within boundaries and group games.

Hiking

on local Summit trails

The group will push themselves a long day hike, similar to our camp Challenge hikes.

Mountain Geology

Students will explore the earth’s geologic processes through hands-on activities. Students will dig into the history of the Rocky Mountains and how the landscape transforms to make the mountains seen today. Students will also explore the significance of mining in the field of earth science, and learn about the importance of mining in Summit County’s past and present. Field groups may even get to explore trails that have old mining historic sites unique to Summit County.

Aquatic Ecology

Students will examine how all things in aquatic ecosystems are connected. Through chemical, biological, and physical water testing, students are introduced to the aquatic environment. Students will search for aquatic macroinvertebrates, measure the rate at which a stream flows, and test for chemical levels in the water. Students will think critically about how their findings are indicators of environmental health, and discuss how humans impact those factors.

Watershed and Watershed Management

Students will be able to observe and model how water falls as precipitation then flows within different watersheds. With access to the Continental Divide, students will learn about its significance and implications in Colorado. With Denver’s largest reservoir centered in Summit County, students will get to learn the complexities of how humans use and strategically manage the limited available water in the state. Groups will also explore how important the Colorado River is to the entire Southwestern United States.

Forest Ecology

Students will learn about the many intriguing organisms that are native to Summit County’s forests and will understand how their unique traits help them survive and reproduce in their environment. With the varying elevations and life zones found in the county, students can see how organisms adapt to survive at high elevation. Using tree keys and measurement tools, students will gather valuable data about the forests they are in. Students may even get to observe wildlife firsthand!

Peak One Campground

On the edge of Lake Dillon, Peak One campground has flush toilets.

Prospector Campsites

Prospector Campground has pit toilets, and is within walking distance to rock climbing.

Snake River Village

Stay in canvas tents on the KSS Campus next to the Snake River in Keystone.

After the day's activities are complete and dinner is cleaned up, the group will participate in our evening programs. This may include astronomy, night hikes, team building exercises, or a camp fire (depending on the fire ban status).