Field Trips & Excursions

Aerial Challenge Course

Date & Time:
September 6, 10:30 am – 12 pm

Location:
Boone Family Mountain Center, YMCA of the Rockies

Info:
Traverse from tree to tree, well above the forest floor. Each session begins with a 30-minute ground school that each participant must pass before entering the course. People with known heart conditions or who are pregnant may not participate. Participants must be between 35 and 250 pounds, 1.5 hours. Minimum height 4’9” for all participants.

Price:
$65/person; max – 12 people

Image from YMCA website.

Guided On-Property Hike

Dates & Times:
September 6, 12-3 pm
September 11, at 9 am – 12 pm

Location:
Boone Family Mountain Center, YMCA of the Rockies meeting point

Info:
Join YMCA staff for a guided hike on the Y grounds to Bible Point. Please be aware that this hike may be strenuous and you will be responsible for bringing your own supplies (such as water and/or snacks).

Price:
$20/person; max – 15 people per hike

Climbing Wall Private Rental

Date & Time:
September 11, 9-10 am

Location:
Boone Family Mountain Center, YMCA of the Rockies

Info:
The YMCA 25-foot climbing walls cater to different levels of climbing from beginner to intermediate. Indoor and Outdoor Walls available depending on the season. Ages 5+, 1 hour.

Price:
$40/person; max – 12 people

Image from YMCA website.

Guided bird tour with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies

Dates & Times:
September 8th, 9th, & 10th, 6:30 am – 7:50 am

Location:
YMCA of the Rockies

Info:
Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies on a morning walk before the conference for some good bird watching and great company.

Price:
$30/person; max – 20 people

Guided Fly Fishing Trip with Sasquatch Fly Fishing 

Dates & Times:
September 6th, 4:00 pm – 8:30 pm (1/2 day trip)
September 11th, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm (3/4 day trip)

Location:
YMCA of the Rockies meeting point

Info:
Sasquatch Fly Fishing offers half-day, full- day and overnight trips suitable for all levels, equipment included. Small amounts of hiking will be required for these trips. All equipment provided. Colorado fishing license purchased separately.

Price:
1/2 day – $85/person; max – 12 people
3/4 day – $115/person; max – 12 people

4X4 Off-road tour in Roosevelt National Forest

Date & Time:
September 7th, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm

Location:
Meet at YMCA of the Rockies

Info:
WildSide 4×4 Tours can provide the fun and exciting photo adventures you are looking for! Let our certified and informative photo tour guides navigate the winding roads while you relax and enjoy your vacation while capturing it with pictures.

Price:
$150/person; max – 6 people (can be expanded if there is more interest)

To book these field trips and excursions, visit our registration site and add on these experiences. Please note: any field trip may be canceled and refunded prior to the conference if there is not enough interest.