Mountain Area Summer Guide

Fun Things to Do

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  Colorado Parks & Wildlife

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  Family Activity Backpacks!

     Discover our Family Activity Backpacks that visitors can check out at select parks for their journey along the trail. Libraries across the state are offering two "Check Out State Parks" passes, each for distribution with an activity backpack containing binoculars, brochures and other educational materials to library patrons. These packs help turn an ordinary hike into a learning adventure in nature! The interactive packs will include: two large bug boxes, magnifiers, various guide books (covering birds, insects, wildflowers and pond or tree life depending on the park), binoculars and a nature journal. Families can use the contents of the pack to let their imaginations soar or they can use some of the suggested activities for more structured exploration. The packs can help explorers of any age discover how fun the journey can be as they delve in for a closer look of the great outdoors. Activity packs may be checked-out at the park visitor centers or office for day use and returned before heading home or back to the campsite. (less) ... Read more

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  Copper Mountain Resort

  Copper Mountain

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  Copper's summer activities let you enjoy the mountains with something for the entire family. Race on Summit County's only go-kart track, conquer the climbing wall or channel your inner ninja skills inside the Woodward WreckTangle. Summer Activity Passes include (1) Rocky Mountain Coaster ride, (1) bungee jump, (1) go-kart session, (1) ride on the zipline, (1) pass through the Woodward WreckTangle and unlimited access to West Lake activities, scenic chairlift rides and mountain bike hauls, and the climbing wall.

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  DigiPen Academy

  Bothell

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  DigiPen Academy summer programs provide all-day camp opportunities to students aged 5-18 in Animation, Video Game Programming, Game Design, Fine Arts, Multimedia Production and Music & Sound Design in

     an engaging hands-on environment. Our exploratory and preparatory STEM programs give students the opportunity to discover lifelong passions and dreams. Through Cosplay, Robotics, Minecraft, Roblox, AI, VR, and Manga, students turn their downtime into reality. Younger students explore the realm of building worlds and setting the stage for video game development while older students build resumes and college applications with personal experience learning from experts in the field.

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  Elitch Gardens Theme Park

  Denver

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  Located in the heart of Denver and celebrating 130 years of fun. Elitch Gardens is Colorado's only world-class combination theme and water park. From thrilling roller coasters to pint-sized adventures, a splashin' water park and tons of special events, like Fright Fest in the fall, there's thrills for all.

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  JCC Ranch Camp

  Denver

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  Prepare for a journey to unlock your child's summer potential with JCC Ranch Camp!

     JCC Camps offer something special for each and every child. Ranch Camp is a megillah (community) that inspires campers, staff, and families to strengthen their Jewish identity, connect with the natural world, and develop life-long friendships. Ranch Camp offers a summer adventure where campers engage fully, live excited for each moment, and are encouraged to defy their limits and define themselves. Located in the Black Forest, Ranch Camp has 228 acres of stunning, forested land covered in miles of trails, campsites, wildflowers, and unique boulders and caves. At the heart of camp, campers live, eat, sleep, and play in our updated facilities designed to immerse campers in the beauty of the Colorado outdoors. At the J, we know the journey is just as important as the destination and there's no better time to set your child up for the adventure of a lifetime! Sessions run June 8 through August 7. (less) ... Read more

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  Pirates Cove

  Englewood

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  Ahoy ye mateys? We would like to welcome you to a swashbuckling good time at Pirates Cove. Come cool off and play in our lagoon with a large interactive play structure, the Bay, a 25 meter pool with diving board and drop slide, 3 slides from a 35' tower and float around our lazy river. A concession stand his here to curb any appetite or sweet tooth. Before leaving you can get a pirate souvenir or temporary tattoo. (less) ... Read more

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  RaftColorado.net

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  RaftColorado.net is Colorado's online guide for whitewater rafting. Check out dozens of special offers updated daily for family whitewater rafting adventure.

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  Rocky Mountain Nature Association

  Estes Park

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  Serving Rocky Mountain National Park and other public lands partners since 1931

     The Rocky Mountain Nature Association provides custom and regularly scheduled educational adventures and tours for folks visiting Rocky Mountain National Park. Topics that we provide classes on include: backpacking, hiking, birding, photography, wildflowers, wildlife, geology, history, astronomy, and more! With advanced notice, any class can be customized for a family or group. You can also visit our website at www.rmna.org and click on the seminars/calendar tab to register or read more about what we offer.

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  Royal Gorge Bridge and Park

  Canon City

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  Colorado's Natural Wonder

     With the completion of the brand new 14,000 sq. foot Visitor Center sitting on the very edge of the Royal Gorge, once again the park is open on a daily basis. In keeping with a national park look, the new facility's deck overhang gives spectacular views of the gorge and the Bridge. A large gift shop and restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating for 200, complete with large fireplace, face the Royal Gorge. The Royal Rush Skycoaster is the only ride not affected by the fire (extra pay feature - weather permitting and seasonal operation). The Plaza Theater and Historical Expo will be re-opened in the spring of 2015. In addition, the much-loved Water Clock and a new large children's play area with a carousel will be added to the park. Installation of a new gig-back aerial gondola, and a new zip line, a twin-racing Zip Rider (extra pay feature - weather permitting and seasonal operation) taking guests 2,300 feet across the Royal Gorge, will begin in October with completion slated for January. Look for the new Bridge View BBQ and patio area on the Southside of the park to be finished by Spring 2015. The historic undertaking of rebuilding the park after the Royal Gorge Fire 2013 has taken a little over a year and the park will continue to keep adding attractions and features for a Grand Opening in the Spring of 2015. Our Bighorn Mountain Top Lodge was not directly affected by the fire but we are currently utilizing this space internally. This facility will be available for rentals in 2015. Check out the website www.royalgorgebridge.com or facebook.com/royalgorgebridge for updates. (less) ... Read more

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  Summer at Delphi

  Sheridan

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  Summer at Delphi in Oregon, just an hour outside Portland is the perfect blend of learning, challenge and fun.

     Study in the morning to avoid the summer slide, then attend your choice of specialized camp in the afternoon. Age-appropriate camps are available with both day and boarding options for ages 5 - 18 (campers can overnight starting at 8 years old). Specialized camps include maker and art camps, to theater, horseback riding, outdoor and film camp, we have options for every camper's interests. Delphi's culturally diverse environment is where learning is fun, the future is bright and every day is brimming with exciting opportunities. There is never a dull moment as students transition from a busy week of learning to exciting, off-campus adventures exploring some of the most exciting and beautiful locations in the Pacific Northwest. Every weekend includes a different adventure such as going to the beach, touring Seattle, whitewater rafting and flying down sand dunes in a dune buggy. Campers can choose between two three-week sessions or one six-week session that are available from June 28th through August 7th. (less) ... Read more

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  TACT

  Denver

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  TACT (TEACHING THE AUTISM COMMUNITY TRADES) SUMMER CAMPS ARE HERE!

     Our camp model specializes in assisting youth and young adults with autism spectrum disorder gain abilities in peer interaction, executive functioning, independence, critical thinking, and imagination through hands-on, project-based learning. June 1-5th: Arduino Camp & Instrument Making Camp; June 8th -12th: Sewing Camp & Intro to Trades; June 15th-19th: Furniture Making, Metal Work, Speaker, and Rocket Building Camp; June 22-26th: Mechanical Tinkering Camp, Auto Mechanics Camp and Build Your Own Dog House Camp

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  The Splash at Fossil Trace

  Golden

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  Are your kids getting bored of the neighborhood pool? Bring them to Splash! Splash is an aquatic facility with 5 different waterslides, a 500 gallon dumping bucket, a sand play area, a spray pad, and a lap pool with a diving board.

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  Up with People Jr.

  Denver, Firestone, Grand JCT, Greeley, Lafayette

  Up with People Jr.

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  Up with People Jr in Boulder and Denver is a non-profit musical arts performance summer day camp for children ages 8-12.

     This day camp is designed to bring children together to impact and inspire their communities through music and performance, global awareness, education, community service and summer camp fun. The camp session culminates with a high energy public performance showcasing the children's talents, cultures, and hopes for the world. Designed to mirror the mission and message of the international Up with People program, the Up with People Jr. summer day camp show addresses topics such as diversity, international awareness and personal identity. Check out all of our Summer Camp locations in the Denver/Boulder area here: https://www.upwithpeoplejr.org/enroll/ (less) ... Read more

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  Colorado Parks & Wildlife

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  Family Activity Backpacks!

     Discover our Family Activity Backpacks that visitors can check out at select parks for their journey along the trail. Libraries across the state are offering two "Check Out State Parks" passes, each for distribution with an activity backpack containing binoculars, brochures and other educational materials to library patrons. These packs help turn an ordinary hike into a learning adventure in nature! The interactive packs will include: two large bug boxes, magnifiers, various guide books (covering birds, insects, wildflowers and pond or tree life depending on the park), binoculars and a nature journal. Families can use the contents of the pack to let their imaginations soar or they can use some of the suggested activities for more structured exploration. The packs can help explorers of any age discover how fun the journey can be as they delve in for a closer look of the great outdoors. Activity packs may be checked-out at the park visitor centers or office for day use and returned before heading home or back to the campsite. (less) ... Read more

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  Outward Bound

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  For 50 years and with more than 1 million participants, Outward Bound continues to lead the way in outdoor adventure-education for youth and adults. With locations throughout the United States and Internationally and over 500 courses to choose from, your perfect adventure awaits! Outward Bound programs emphasize personal growth through experience and challenge in the wilderness. Students develop self-reliance, responsibility, teamwork, confidence, compassion, as well as environmental and community stewardship. Courses range in length from four days to three months, for ages 12 to 45+. Activities include backpacking, canoeing, rock climbing, mountaineering, white water rafting, sailing, dog sledding, skiing and much more. Scholarships are available. (less) ... Read more