Posted in Camp Chief Ouray
on May 5th, 2012
Give your child the gift of s’mores, skits and songs around the campfire, fresh mountain air, new friends and lifelong memories. We still have availability in Session 1, which takes place June 10-15. The theme of Session 1 is “Olympics,” which means campers will be participating and cheering in a wide variety of camp Olympic games; running, croquet, swimming…prepare to compete for the gold!
Other activities include canoeing, hiking, arts and crafts, climbing, archery, cabin adventures, cooking and much more. What really makes Session 1 special is the dedication of our...
Posted in Camp Chief Ouray
on Apr 9th, 2012
What’s your camp wish? Ours is to scholarship 80 kids for camp this summer.
Experiences at camp last a lifetime. With the launch of Camp Chief Ouray’s “Wish 4 camp” campaign, Camp Chief Ouray allows Twitter users to activate a $5 donation on behalf of YMCA of the Rockies just by sending a single Tweet. Through this unique interactive campaign, YMCA of the Rockies hopes to provide 80 camp scholarships this summer to kids who would otherwise be unable to attend camp. Each tweet, activating a $5 donation, helps the YMCA of the Rockies reach the goal of donating $40,000 to the Camp Chief Ouray...
Posted in Camp Chief Ouray
on Mar 16th, 2012
The Sherpa trips at Camp Chief Ouray give teens ages 13-16 the opportunity to learn leadership skills and build new friendships through backpacking, rafting, or horseback riding.
Our backpacking trips give teens the chance to learn backcountry living skills in Rocky Mountain National Park (June 10-15 and June 17-22; $530).
The rafting trip teaches teens how to navigate the waters of the Colorado River (June 24-29, July 1-6, July 15-20, July 22-27; $640).
Teens on the horse pack trips spend their days riding and exploring the Rockies on horseback (July 15-20; $735)
The High Peak Adventure trip is made...
Posted in Camp Chief Ouray, Women's Fitness Camp
on Feb 9th, 2012
Fab Over Fifty wants you to experience Women’s Fitness Camp at Camp Chief Ouray this coming August. To enter, click here and answer the question, “Did you go to summer camp?”
Women’s Fitness Camp takes place from August 17th-22nd and costs $410 for YMCA members and $430 for non-YMCA members (seniors 65 and older: $385). The fee includes all meals, snacks, a camp t-shirt, lodging and all camp activities. Horseback riding, rafting and the ropes course is available for an additional cost.
Activities include tai chi, mountain biking, hiking, yoga, fitball, race walking,...
Posted in Activities, Camp Chief Ouray, cross country skiing
on Feb 6th, 2012
February 10-12, 2012
$100: Includes lodging, food, transportation and activities
Click here to register
Join us for a weekend of cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and hanging out with friends. Parents, get some peace and quiet this V-Day weekend! Questions? Call Camp Chief Ouray at 970-887-2648 or email the staff.
