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Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School)

Leadville · $539/week

A challenging mountaineering and rock climbing expedition in the Colorado Rockies for high schoolers.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, detailing a Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb course for high school students offered by Outward Bound. Outward Bound is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with their accreditation expiring in 2025, indicating adherence to industry safety and quality standards. The organization, founded by Paul Petzoldt, has been operating for over 60 years, establishing a long history in outdoor education. The website mentions that all instructors undergo a thorough background check process. This specific program is an overnight wilderness expedition focusing on mountaineering, rock climbing, and wilderness skills. Google reviews for 'Outward Bound' generally show a high rating, often above 4.5 stars, with many reviewers praising the transformative and challenging nature of the programs, and the professionalism of the instructors. The program is run by a non-profit organization. Social media handles found are @outwardbound for Instagram and 'OutwardBound' for Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 14–16

Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in adventure, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Adventure
  • Ages: 14–16
  • Hours: Full Day
  • Address: Outward Bound, 51617 US-24, Leadville, CO 80461
  • Phone: 866-467-7651
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $1695 for a 22-day course

↗ What parents like

  • Mountaineering and rock climbing
  • Develop leadership skills

↘ Watch for

  • No cellphones allowed
  • Sleeps in tents

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School)

What ages does Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School) accept?
Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School) is open to children ages 14–16. 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 Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School) cost?
Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School) publishes $539/week for the standard session. $1695 for a 22-day course Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School)'s hours?
Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High 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.
Is Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School) accredited?
Yes — Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School)?
Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School) is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 60 years of operating history. 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 Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High School) provide lunch?
Yes — Colorado Rockies Mountaineer & Rock Climb (High 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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