RUSH OF WATER. TEAMWORK.
Welcome to Adventure Rafting at Camp Chief Ouray! We are excited to offer this program to campers between 13 – 15 years of age. Campers will learn river travel techniques and wilderness living skills while running moderate Class I-III rapids and enjoying the scenic floats. All our trips are equipped with safety equipment (life jackets, helmets, etc.).
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ITINERARY:
Sunday: Campers arrive, icebreakers, ROWDIE campfire
Monday: team building, high ropes course, trip preparation, Leave No Trace
Tuesday-Thursday: Rafting on the Upper Colorado River with guides from the Colorado River Center
Friday: Raft to take out point, return to CCO, camp dance
Saturday: Campers leave CCO. See you next year!
Weekend camp is available after odd-numbered sessions. If your camper is planning on participating in another program directly before or after their Rafting session, please check to see that weekend camp is available.
Interested? Have more questions? Contact the office at chiefouray@ymcarockies.org or call 970-887-2648.
Check out a great blog article on the trip.
Mission: YMCA of the Rockies puts Christian principles into practice through programs, staff and facilities in an environment that builds a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Our goal is to offer challenging experiences to build leaders through life-long skill development in a safe, imaginative, natural setting. We instill confidence through independence and interpersonal skills. We challenge our campers to discover their true selves.
CARING | HONESTY | RESPECT | RESPONSIBILITY | FAITH