July 25 - 30, 2027
JMC Summit County Expedition
Western Colorado University Campus
1 Western Way Gunnison, CO 81231
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Adventure awaits in Colorado’s backcountry! During this weeklong off-site camping experience in Summit County, Colorado. Campers will take on five days of outdoor exploration, with activities ranging from rock climbing, attempting to summit a fourteener, testing their skills at an aerial park, paddleboarding, and more! Campers will explore local geology, learn about reservoir health and aquatic ecosystems, discover search-and-rescue techniques, and experience the wonders of astronomy under dark mountain skies. Campers will disconnect from technology to connect with nature, friends, and outdoor adventure. Camp Adventures are Better with Friends! For a limited time, groups of 3 or more receive 20% off a week of Junior Mountaineers Expedition Camp. Grab a couple friends, register together, and each camper saves nearly $300! To claim the 20% group discount, contact Bree Hare, JMC Director, at bhare@western.edu or 970.943.2109. Day 1: Arrival to Gunnison & JMC / Camp on WCU Campus Day 2: Depart for Monarch Scenic Tramway / National Mining Hall of Fame Museum / Camp at Prospector Campground on Lake Dillon in Summit County Day 3: Canoeing or Paddleboarding Lake Dillon / Quandary Peak Geology Day 4: Attempt to Summit a Fourteener / Tour & Educational Session with Summit County Search & Rescue Day 5: Arapahoe Basin Aerial Park / Rock Climbing / Astronomy Day 6: Depart Campground / Return to WCU Campus / Depart JMC *Schedule subject to change*
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July 25 - 30, 2027Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, SundayAdd to calendar
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