Raptor’s Retreat program

  • For campers entering seventh & eighth grade in the Fall of 2026
  • Daily hiking between 3 – 5 miles.
Register for Raptor’s Retreat

Activities & adventures

  • Survival architect – Build an emergency shelter that could save the day.
  • Adventure planner – Design the ultimate trip to a National Park.
  • Knot master – Learn knots that hold strong when it counts.
  • Wild forager – Identify edible plants safely and responsibly.
  • Trail steward – Level up your Leave No Trace skills
  • Nature creator – Fill journals with wild stories, flower sketches, and art inspired by the outdoors.
  • Fishing pro – Cast, reel, and learn from Colorado Parks & Wildlife experts.

Environmental themes explored

  • Preparedness, safety, & survival
  • Wildlife, human/wildlife conflict
  • LNT skill mastery
  • Nature as inspiration
  • Fishing & fishing ecology

Social themes practiced

  • Responsibility
  • Respect
  • Stewardship
  • Wild artistry
  • Fun with friends!

Cool places to explore

  • Mt. Falcon Park
  • O’Fallon Park
  • Pine Valley Ranch
  • Rutherford Trail – Georgetown
  • Staunton State Park