Youth Program
Mountain Explorers
3-5th graders, in this week long day camp, explore the varied outdoor activities and types of terrain that make Colorado so unique and special. Go hiking, rock climbing, learn wilderness survival skills, sledding down a glacier, and more!
Contacts
- Mon, Aug 10, 2026 - Fri, Aug 14, 2026
- Committee: CMC State
- Members: $648.00 Guests: $698.00
- Availability: 8 (12 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Make the most of your summer by exploring the diverse ecosystems that Colorado has to offer! Each day, you will explore a new area in Colorado’s Front Range, where you will get the chance to experience indoor and outdoor rock climbing, go “sledding” on a glacier, and make lasting memories. As a part of our Mountain Explorers Camp, you will get the chance to explore the varied activities and types of terrain that make Colorado so unique and special. You will practice back country cooking, learn about the '10 Essentials' and Leave No Trace wilderness ethics, build “survival” shelters, and gain some of the necessary skills to safely play in the mountains for years to come!
- Age: For youth going into grades 3-5.
- Dates: August 10 - 14, 2026
- Location: This is a 5 day multisport day camp. We will depart from CMCs Summer Basecamp in Golden, CO. Transportation from the basecamp to and from activity locations will be provided.
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- Cost: With CMC Family Membership - $648/week, Non-Members - $698week. CMC Members with a Family Membership receive $50 off. Learn about all the benefits of becoming a CMC member.
- Please note, if you have an individual membership and wish to sign up your child, you will need to create a separate guest account with a different email. You can also choose to upgrade your individual membership to a family membership to be able to register your child on your account and receive the discount.
- Course fees include instruction, shared group gear (ex: ropes), harnesses, helmets, shoes, transportation from the basecamp to/from the trailheads, snacks, and backcountry permits.
- AT CMC, WE BELIEVE THE OUTDOORS ARE FOR ALL. If you need financial assistance for our camps, click here to apply! If you would like to set up a payment plan to finance your next adventure, email us at youth@cmc.org
- Refund/cancellation policy: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. At least a week prior to your camp you will receive another email with more details and information about the camp. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us!
This program has no scheduled activities.
CMC Will Provide the Following:
- Snacks
- Medical/First Aid Kits
- Safety Equipment (GPS devices, etc.)
- Climbing Gear – harnesses, shoes, helmets, ropes, belay devices, etc.
- Permits, maps, guidebooks
Participant Packing List:
If you are unable to bring any of the items below, please let us know. CMC does have a few extra items that we are happy to loan out for the week.
- Clothes (comfortable clothing for climbing and hiking):
o Loose fitting pants or shorts
o T-shirts and a long sleeve shirt
o Closed-toe, sturdy hiking shoes
o Sweater and/or warm layer
o Rain jacket
o Brimmed hat
o Sunglasses
o Warm hat and gloves (for hiking trips)
o Bandana or buff - Mask (optional)
- Bug spray (must be labeled with child's name)
- Sunscreen and lip balm (must be labeled with child's name)
- Water bottle (at least 1 liter)
- Lunch and snacks (in a sack)
- Backpack large enough to carry all personal essentials for a day hike/climb
- Personal medications (inhaler, EPI pen, etc.) – please have all containers and
bottles labeled and also listed on the medical form - Journal, pencil, pen, books (optional)
- Camera (optional)
**Cell phones, gaming devices, tablets, and iPods are NOT allowed on this course.
You must register for this program to see program materials.