Adventure awaits in Colorado’s backcountry! During this weeklong off-site camping experience in Ouray, Colorado, campers will take on an exciting lineup of adventures, including rock climbing, navigating the Gold Mountain Via Ferrata, and unwinding in the area’s famous natural hot springs. Campers will discover the region’s fascinating geology and mining history while exploring rugged mountain landscapes. Campers will disconnect from technology to connect with nature, build friendships, develop outdoor skills, and create unforgettable mountain memories! 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 Ridgway State Park / Paddleboarding & Canoeing / Camp at Amphitheater Campground in Ouray Day 3: Hike the Ouray Perimeter Trail / Ouray County Historical Museum / Evening Hike to Ironton Townsite Day 4: Gold Mountain Via Ferrata / Syracuse Mine Tour / Geology Activities Day 5: Rock Climbing with Basecamp Ouray Mtn Guides / Ouray Hot Springs / Fireside Movie: Moonrise Kingdom Day 6: Depart Campground/ Museum of the Mountain West in Montrose / Return to WCU Campus / Depart JMC *Schedule subject to change*