JUST ADD WILDERNESSGROUP CAMPING
Wilderness Event
GROUP CAMPING
Experience
ACTIVITY LEVEL
BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE
GROUP SIZE
UP TO 30 GUESTS
TRIP LENGHT
4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS
We have reserved a rustic group camping site that is situated in a ponderosa pine forest at an
elevation of 8,705 feet. Higher altitudes may take some getting used to. Hydration is very important during your time with us. There is water available onsite and each of you will be encouraged and reminded to stay hydrated. This will help to prevent any altitude sickness.
*If you have any medical conditions be sure to consult your primary care doctor.
*Already have a group of guys ready to go? Group rates are available – contact for more details
WHAT GEAR DO I NEED?
55-65L Backpack
Hiking Boots
Tent
Puffy Jacket
Waterproof Shell
Wool Socks
Water Purifier
Water Bottle (Nalgene)
Fire Starting Kit
20-30° Sleeping Bag
Ground Pad & Pillow
Synthetic or Wool Clothing
Flashlight/Headlamp
First Aid Kit (small)
Small Pocket Knife
Gloves
Hat & Beanie
Sunglasses
Packing List:
- Tent w/rainfly. The most important part, especially considering Colorado’s cool nights….
- Sleeping Bag. A 30°F rated or warmer is necessary for Colorado summers….
- We will be monitoring the weather as our event dates approach. Late-season snow is not unheard of. We will keep you all up to date.
- Sleeping Pad. The ones that self-inflate are great…This is half of your warmth at night!
- Light. Having a few lights around is always nice….(headlamp/flashlight)
- Clothes. Pack smart but light…(think layers; puffy jackets are great to layer with a rain shell) Fleece is great
- Hiking shoes or boots
- Hiking socks will benefit your feet
- Moisture-wicking materials are best for mountain activities. Cotton is not the best choice as it does not dry quickly and does not provide warmth once wet.
- Hammock – this is a luxury item but very handy to have!
FOOD: Will be provided for your entire stay with us. We have plans to eat WELL!
- Thursday- Dinner
- Friday – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Saturday – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Sunday – Breakfast
- Snacks, bottled water, and Trail food will be available as needed.
*Please let us know if there are any food allergies.
Nearby Attractions:
Cumbre Toltec Railroad – Daily Train rides through the Rockies
Pinkerton Hot Springs
Million Dollar Highway – Linking mining towns like Silverton
Rafting in and around Durango
Many hiking trails and lakes nearby
Each day will include teaching/ministry sessions, fellowship, activities and free time.
A schedule of events will be released.
Please see the attached waiver and sign and return it back to me as soon as possible.(Please note any medical conditions that are relevant to these circumstances)
- As we are camping in the wilderness, there is always a threat of wildlife. Bears frequent the area, and certain precautions must be taken. Let us know if you have never camped before.
- Trained Wilderness First Aid professionals will be onsite if needed.
WHAT TO EXPECT?
THE BEAR FACTS:
- Revitalize a Weary Spirit: Embark on invigorating day hikes and delve into mountain exploration, allowing nature’s grandeur to breathe new life into your soul.
- Revive Your Connection with Christ: Engage in meaningful fellowship and receive inspired teachings that will reignite your passion for Christ, fostering a deeper relationship with Him.
- Reaffirm Your Identity and Purpose: Set aside intentional quiet time amidst the tranquil mountain vistas, where you can reflect, pray, and rediscover the essence of who you are called to be.
- Rekindle the Flame of Purpose: Fan the embers of your calling and reignite the fire within, propelling you towards a renewed commitment to your divine destiny.
Altitude sickness is a very real thing and your hydration levels need to be monitored at all times.
The location is about 2 hours from the Denver International Airport
Wild animals are present and often sighted. On our last trip we came across a black bear foraging. All safety precautions will be made but we are in the wilderness.
Campfire conversations will take place frequently. Sharing and learning from one another will give each of us invaluable nuggets of wisdom and knowledge.
It is a very positive environment. We are here to encourage one another and assist where needed.
WHAT ARE TRAVEL LOGISTICS?
Please see the attached waiver and sign and return it back to me as soon as possible.(Please note any medical conditions that are relevant to these circumstances)
- As we are camping in the wilderness there is always a threat of wildlife. Bears frequent the area and certain precautions must be made. Let us know if you have never camped before.
- Trained Wilderness First Aid professionals will be onsite if needed
Flights/Travel:
Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO)
- Offers direct flights from Denver (DEN), Dallas (DFW), and Phoenix (PHX)
- United Airlines offers daily direct flights from Denver to Durango
- The airport is about 10.7 miles from Durango
Denver International Airport (DEN)
- Offers direct flights to Durango via United Airlines
- The airport is about 360 miles from Durango
- The drive from Denver to Durango takes about 6.5 hours
Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
- The closest international airport to Durango
- The airport is about 217 miles from Durango
- The drive from Albuquerque to Durango takes about 3.5 hours
*Transportation to and from the airport is not offered.
WEEKEND TRIP
Itinerary
DAY 01
MORNING MEETUP
MEET & GREET YOUR GUIDES
We will meet prior to heading to the campsite to go over expectations, game plan and double check the gear. Your guides will cover any safety requirements or other restrictions concerning the area we will be exploring in.
Meeting directly at the campsite will also be permitted for those with their own vehicle.
Mid-Morning
START YOUR TRAVEL TO THE MOUNTAINS
After the gear check is complete and all trip debriefing is finished, we will all load up and head for the campsite location to begin this unbelievable adventure.
DAY 02
MORNING
BREAKFAST FELLOWSHIP
After a well needed rest and a night under the stars, we will have a morning session around the campfire while making breakfast. These are powerful times of bonding and brotherhood in the wilderness.
AFTERNOON
EPIC TREASURE HUNT
This summer we will be sounding the trumpets, calling men to come together for a “treasure hunt.”
Searching out the treasure within and we will also be embarking on a literal treasure hunt. With a bounty of real silver coins awaiting the victor! ($500+/- real value)
*location dependent (not available on all trips)
DAY 03
MORNING/AFTERNOON
HIKING & EXPLORING
On the second full day in the wilderness we try to get out and explore more. You will be acclimated better to the altitude and able to push your body on some picturesque Colorado mountain backcountry trails. Stream and potentially high mountain lake fishing will also be available for those with licenses. There are nearby attractions, including Colorado’s highest peak, Mt. Elbert, at 14,440ft above sea level.
AFTERNOON/EVENING
FIRESIDE FELLOWSHIP
After a day of taking in the wonder that is the Colorado backcountry, we will come together for a night around the campfire. There is something powerful that happens when men come together seeking to hear the voice of God in His creation. These are often the most memorable moments from the experience.
DAY 04
MORNING
BREAK CAMP
Day 4, time to break camp and venture back down the mountain a changed man. One last session around the fire, a time of affirmation and encouragement before heading back to the noise of life below.
AFTERNOON
RETURN HOME
Friendships forged, memories made, it is time to return a better man than when you came. Wilderness Experiences touch the heart and soul of a man like nothing else I have ever experienced. It is Fuel for the Heart of a Warrior!
John EldregeWILD
At Heart
“A man needs a battle to fight; he needs a place for the warrior in him to come alive and be honored, trained, seasoned. If we can reawaken that fierce quality in a man, hook it up to a higher purpose, release the warrior within, then the boy can grow up and become truly masculine.”
BOOST PHYSCIAL HEALTH
Medical and scientific research continues to prove that bionically getting into the wilderness offers a renewal of mind and strength. You’ll add to the confidence in your identity as you push the limits of what you believe you are capable of.
QUIET YOUR MIND
We are mentally suffocating in our routine lives. Our mind needs to be challenged, engaged, and given rest. Without distractions or routines. A moment to marvel over God’s creation. As you quiet the mind, your soul will speak.
CAMPFIRE CALM
Gathering around a campfire has been a tradition throughout centuries. There is a healing and calming effect when we gather. Relationships, bonds, and conversations are often forged around the crackling of burning logs
RESET TO NATURE'S RHYTHMS
I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived. - Henry David Thoreau
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