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▌ Adventure · Ages 12–13

Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School)

Leadville · $1,095/week

An introductory wilderness adventure in the Colorado Rockies for middle schoolers, focusing on basic outdoor skills.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to an Outward Bound course page for 'Colorado Rockies – Intro to Adventure' for middle schoolers. Outward Bound as an organization has a strong reputation, with Google reviews for various locations generally being very positive, often highlighting transformative experiences and skilled instructors. While this specific course is not individually accredited by the ACA, Outward Bound as a national organization often adheres to high safety standards. The program is an 8-day overnight adventure focused on backpacking, rock climbing, and wilderness skills, designed to build confidence and teamwork. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Outward Bound is a non-profit educational organization. Social media handles for the broader Outward Bound organization are @outwardbound on Instagram and 'OutwardBound' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 12–13

Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. adventure programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Adventure
  • Ages: 12–13
  • Hours: Full Day
  • Address: Outward Bound, 51617 US-24, Leadville, CO 80461
  • Phone: 866-467-7651
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School)

What ages does Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School) accept?
Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School) is open to children ages 12–13. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School) cost?
Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School) publishes $1,095/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School)'s hours?
Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School) runs Full Day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School)?
Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School) is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School) provide lunch?
Yes — Colorado Rockies Intro to Adventure (Middle School) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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