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Mountain Leaders - 2026 Session 2

Youth Program

Mountain Leaders

6-8th graders, spend the week outdoor rock climbing, learning wilderness first aid, gaining skills in wilderness survival, orienteering challenges, paddleboarding, learning basic snow/glacier travel techniques, and more!

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Alec Backhus
Leader

Interested in an adventure filled week of learning unique mountain skills and having endless fun? Join us for a camp experience that truly has it all! You will spend the week outdoor rock climbing, learning wilderness first aid, gaining skills in wilderness survival, orienteering, paddle boarding, learning basic snow/glacier travel techniques, and more! Aside from that, you will gain valuable insight into your own leadership style. 


  • Age: For youth going into grades 6-8. 

      • Dates: July 27 - 31, 2026

      • Location: This is a 5 day multisport day camp. We will depart from CMCs Summer Basecamp in Golden, CO (Compass Montessori Golden). Transportation from the basecamp to and from the trailheads will be provided.  The group will camp along the trail at designated backcountry campsites.

        • 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!
    Program Requirements

    This program has no scheduled activities.

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    Required Equipment

    CMC Will Provide the Following:

    • Snacks
    • Medical/First Aid Kits
    • Safety Equipment (GPS devices, etc.)
    • All curriculum gear & materials
    • 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
    • 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.
    Program Materials

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