Forts & Foraging

In this week, we will explore shelter building and grow our understanding of our plant friends! From foraging for nutritive teas to scouting shelter building materials and learning how to camouflage in the woods; with plants we can thrive in nature. By the end of the week, the knowledge we gain will leave us feeling inspired and empowered!

Did you know? Trees communicate and share nutrients with one another through an underground network of fungi in the soil!

Aug 4-8 | Ages 5-7, 8-10, 11-13

9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Monday – Friday $570 + tax

Drop-off/Pick-up Times and Locations
We are offering two drop-off/pick-up locations to choose from: Patrick Smith Park and Swan Park. Swan Park campers will meet at 8:30 and be shuttled to Patrick Smith, leaving at 8:45 to join with other campers.  Pick up for all groups is between 3:30-3:45 at their respective locations.

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Wonders of Water!

July 28 – August 1 | Ages 5-7 & 8-10

9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Monday-Friday $570 + tax

Strap on your water shoes and get ready to cool off in the beautiful mountain streams in Santa Fe. Not only will you get to play and explore in our magical waters, you will also learn where our water comes from, where it goes, and the importance of taking care of our watershed. We will hunt for aquatic macroinvertebrates in our streams, and learn what they can tell us about water quality. Last but not least, we will share multiple techniques for safe water purification so that you always have enough water on your next outdoor adventure. Of course, there will be plenty of time for fun and games with and without water! On Friday, we will head to Abiquiu Lake to cool off and enjoy swimming.  (All campers are required to wear life jackets.)

Did you know?  The Santa Fe River Watershed is 285 square miles – from Lake Peak (12,408’) in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the confluence with the Rio Grande at Cochiti (5,220’)

Drop-off/Pick-up Times and Locations
We are now offering two drop-off/pick-up locations to choose from: Patrick Smith Park and Swan Park. Swan Park campers will meet at 8:30 and be shuttled to Patrick Smith, leaving at 8:45 to join with other campers.  Pick up for all groups is at 3:30 pm at their respective locations.

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Backpacking Wheeler Peak

July 28- Aug 1 | Ages 11-13

Monday – Friday | $695 + tax 

This backpacking trip is a peak experience!  Summiting New Mexico’s tallest peak is a memorable adventure and and a great challenge; the stuff of lifelong memories.

Campers will learn leadership skills, how to prepare for a backpacking trip, the 6 W’s, map reading and Leave No Trace principles.

We will meet Monday to pack and prepare, leaving Tuesday for our three-day backpacking trip. Campers will need a backpacking pack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and tent. We encourage campers to share tents and may have a backpack or tent to loan.

Drop-off/Pick-up Times and Locations

We are now offering two drop-off/pick-up locations to choose from: Patrick Smith Park and Swan Park. Swan Park campers will meet at 8:30 and be shuttled to Patrick Smith, leaving at 8:45 to join with other campers.  Pick up for all groups is at 3:30 pm at their respective locations.

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Amazing Animals!

Animal lovers unite! This week we will learn about some of the amazing animals of New Mexico. We will examine animal tracks and signs on our hikes in nature and we’ll examine pelts and skulls of local mammals. We will learn about bird language, look for birds in the wild.

We will also get up close and personal with raptors and other rescued animals at the Wildlife Center in Espanola. Of course, making new friends, games and teamwork are a part of all Mountain Kids! adventures.

July 21-25 | Ages 5-7, 8-10 & 11-13

9:00 am –3:30 pm 

Monday-Friday $570 + tax

Drop-off/Pick-up Times and Locations
We are offering two drop-off/pick-up locations to choose from: Patrick Smith Park and Swan Park. Swan Park campers will meet at 8:30 and be shuttled to Patrick Smith, leaving at 8:45 to join with other campers.  Pick up for all groups is between 3:30-3:45 at their respective locations.

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Wilderness Skills

July 14-18 | Ages 5-7, 8-10, 11-13

9:00 am – 3:30 pm

Mon-Fri $570 + tax

Have you ever wondered what it takes to survive in the wilderness? Come learn the essential skills for staying safe, building shelter, finding water, making fire, navigating, archery and more! You will not only have a fun time exploring the beautiful Santa Fe National Forest, but will leave feeling more confident and safe in the outdoors. Ready for adventure? Let’s go!

Drop-off/Pick-up Times and Locations
We are offering two drop-off/pick-up locations to choose from: Patrick Smith Park and Swan Park. Swan Park campers will meet at 8:30 and be shuttled to Patrick Smith, leaving at 8:45 to join with other campers.  Pick up for all groups is between 3:30-3:45 at their respective locations.

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Mountain Biking Camp: Level 2

July 14-18 | Ages 9-13 | 8:30 am- 3:00 pm

Mon-Fri $595 + tax

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Grab your mountain bike and get tuned up for some riding adventures! This camp is for riders with at least one season of trail riding under their belt, or who have taken Level 1, and have permission from our Camp Director.

Riders will learn tips for riding single track, trail etiquette, and riding smart. We will ride at La Tierra where there is plenty of single-track and a great flow track full of whoop-de-doos and yehaws. We will also spend time on the river trail where we will explore the pump track and trails at Frenchy’s Field.

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Intro to Backpacking & Wilderness Skills

July 7-11 | Ages 11-13

9:00 am – 3:30 pm, with overnight campout Thursday

Monday-Friday, $695 + tax

Campers will learn about backpacking and challenge themselves on a two-day, one-night backpacking trip close to home. We will hike the Borrego Trail and camp next to the Tesuque Creek for an overnight adventure in the woods.  Campers will learn how to prepare and pack for a backpacking trip, learn about menu planning and what to carry, and what to leave at home. There will be plenty of time for good old-fashioned fun; games and shelter building.

Drop-off/Pick-up Times and Locations
We are now offering two drop-off/pick-up locations to choose from: Patrick Smith Park and Swan Park. Swan Park campers will meet at 8:30 and be shuttled to Patrick Smith, leaving at 8:45 to join with other campers.  Pick up for all groups is between 3:30-3:45 at their respective locations.

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Backpacking photo

Backpacking & Leadership for Teens

June 23-27 | Ages 13-17 | Four-Day Backpacking Trip

Monday-Friday | $795 + tax

The group will traverse the Sangre de Cristo mountains from Santa Fe to Pecos, enjoying several beautiful alpine lakes along the way.

A variety of aspects of leadership will be highlighted, discussed and practiced this week. Campers will learn how to prepare and pack for a backpacking trip, the 6 W’s, map reading and Leave No Trace Principles. Campers will have an opportunity to challenge themselves, gain leadership skills, make new friends, have fun, and enjoy the beauty of the back country.

Campers will need a backpacking pack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad and tent. We have some equipment to loan; please inquire if you need gear.

We will meet for a gear check and preparation Monday, and campers will head out Tuesday-Friday for four-days and three nights.

Counselors-in-Training and those who wish to apply to be C.I.T.s in the future are encouraged to apply.

Drop-off/Pick-up Times and Locations
We are offering two drop-off/pick-up locations to choose from: Patrick Smith Park and Swan Park. Swan Park campers will meet at 8:30 and be shuttled to Patrick Smith, leaving at 8:45 to join with other campers.  Pick up for all groups is between 3:30-3:45 at their respective locations.

Challenge Level: 4/4

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