Base Camp
Base Camp is an awesome way to explore the wonders of the Rockies and develop outdoor skills while engaging in facilitated group interaction and Bible study.
Trip Highlights
- Lodging and meals at Ute Trail: Stay overnight at The Outpost and meals are served in our outdoor pavilion
- Travel to daily adventures and return to camp for meals and restful nights at The Outpost
- Unplug and be present with God and others through facilitated group content and Bible study, trail talks, and evening campfires
- Cost: $725/person for 6 nights (Sunday evening - Saturday morning with 1-2 backcountry nights optional)
Activities
Base Camp Trips include a variety of experiences:
- Kayaking (Lake San Cristobal or Big Blue Reservoir)
- Rock climbing and repelling
- Day hike
- Overnight backpacking (optional 1-2 nights)
- Hiking a 14er (if permits allow)
- Night ziplining
- Low ropes (good for team building)
- High ropes (depending on activities and staff availability)
- White-water rafting (book through Scenic River Tours)
- Our team will support additional programming such as worship, devotionals, games, and tournaments
What's Included
Pre-trip support and resources; professional instruction and guiding for all activities; all meals at Ute Trail or packed for adventures; lodging at rustic cabins at Ute Trail; all gear, including sleeping bag, sleeping pad, climbing gear, kayaks and PFD's; group first aid kit and communication device; permit fees. Whitewater rafting is optional and is not included in base price.
Accommodations
Experience a 6-night stay at The Outpost at Ute Trail, featuring screened A-frames equipped with bunks and mattresses.
Sample Base Camp Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive at Ute Trail in the afternoon. Get settled into cabins, followed by dinner at Ute Trail and evening campfire.
Day 2 – Leave for rock climbing after breakfast. Sack lunch at Hartman Rocks. Dinner and group content at Ute Trail.
Day 3 – Breakfast at camp. Kayak and swimming mid-day at Lake San Cristobal. Stop for ice cream in Lake City on the way back to camp. Dinner and group content at Ute Trail.
Day 4 – Pack sack lunches and drive to the Taylor Fork for afternoon whitewater rafting north of Gunnison. Volleyball tournament after dinner.
Day 5 – Leave for overnight hike after breakfast. Camp out in alpine meadow.
Day 6 – Early morning peak ascent and hike back to camp. Afternoon activities at Ute Trail. Celebration dinner at Ute Trail. Closing worship and message in chapel.
Day 7 – Head home after breakfast.