Colorado

Rocky Mountain Wild West Hiking and Ranch Adventure

Colorado Springs, Garden of the GOds, Aquaponics Green House Project

Trip Duration:  4-8 days

Highlights: Horseback riding, whitewater rafting, green house aquaponics service project, hiking, Garden of the Gods

Additional options: Pikes Peak summit, rock climbing, camping, Rocky Mountain National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado wolf education and encounter, Manitou Springs, Hot Springs, Mt Princeton, Air Force Academy Tour

Come and explore the wild Rocky Mountains of Colorado with us. See the beauty that captured the hearts of the early settlers and modern day adventurers.  Colorado has a diverse landscape that ranges from grass covered plains in the East, to the breathtaking mountain peaks that make up the Western part of the state. The Rocky Mountain’s have 58 mountain peaks or 14tners as the locals call them that exceed 14,000 feet, and are ripe for exploring. Colorado is home to many exciting animals such as Bighorn Sheep, Mountain Lions, Elk, Bear, and Deer. Enjoy soaking up the sun on the sparkling alpine lakes, hiking the rugged trails, and adventuring down the white water rapids. Come see what has lured adventurers from all over the world to this outdoor paradise. 

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Colorado Springs

Garden Of the Gods

Pikes Peak

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Colorado Ranch Stay Trip

Visit beautiful Colorado, and stay on a cozy ranch tucked away in the Rocky Mountains.

Day 1: TRAVEL DAY

Depart from airport for an afternoon at the largest Aquaponics greenhouse service project in the USA. Learn how this organization is producing the best organic USDA greens in Colorado to help those around the world.

Day 2 : Ranch

Today, drive further west into our Rocky Mountain ranch. Spend the afternoon horse back riding. Explore the best trails in the area on well trained friendly horses that you will be matched with  according to your skill level. Witness the backcountry beauty. 

Campfire: Make s’mores around an evening campfire

Day 3: Whitewater Rafting

Sunrise Hike: Start your morning with a sunrise hike, and witness the beauty of the beginning of a new day in the Rocky Mountains.

White Water Rafting: Enjoy one of Colorado’s most exciting summer activities, and raft a local river. Not only will you get to enjoy the thrill of the ride, but the scenery is also stunning. 

Day 4:  Ranch

Kayaking or Paddle Boarding: Spend time on a beautiful Alpine lake soaking up the sun, and splendor on a paddle board or kayak. Sunset Hike: End the day with a contemplative sunset hike ending at a scenic overlook.

Day 5:  Ranch

Rock Climbing: Take advantage of your time in the Rocky Mountains, and spend an afternoon enjoying the thrilling sport of rock climbing. Enjoy the unique sites you get to see when you’re up high. Campfire : End the day around a cozy campfire.

Day 6: TRAVEL Day

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Additional Itinerary option:

*Add a day or trade an activity to visit local Hot Springs, Mountain Biking, or Fish in the Chalk Creek Canyon.

 

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Variety was great; amount of activities we squeezed into four days was great. I loved the challenging and fun nature of the big hike at Section 16, the whitewater rafting, and the horseback riding. It was nice to mix in some lower-energy activities that allowed the kids a bit more sense of freedom, like the hot springs, and Manitou Springs.

Mrs. Woodward, Teacher - Chapel Hill - Chauncy Hall,  Boston

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Mrs. Woodward, Teacher - Chapel Hill - Chauncy Hall,  Boston

Variety was great; amount of activities we squeezed into four days was great. I loved the challenging and fun nature of the big hike at Section 16, the whitewater rafting, and the horseback riding. It was nice to mix in some lower-energy activities that allowed the kids a bit more sense of freedom, like the hot springs, and Manitou Springs.

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Loved the food options, lots of variety. A great mix of relaxation, fun, and education. Jeremy is absolutely professional, fun, attentive, engaging, and everything you would wish for in a tour director! I can not recommend using this program for school trips enough! It was a wonderful balance of fun and education for our students. It created an experience that will last them a lifetime and that they will remember fondly for years to come! Thank you so much!

Victoria, Group Leader

 
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Loved the food options, lots of variety. A great mix of relaxation, fun, and education. Jeremy is absolutely professional, fun, attentive, engaging, and everything you would wish for in a tour director! I can not recommend using this program for school trips enough! It was a wonderful balance of fun and education for our students. It created an experience that will last them a lifetime and that they will remember fondly for years to come! Thank you so much! Victoria, Group Leader  

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Seriously - nothing could have gone better. It was such a wonderful experience. The way you were able to accommodate our late additions and families is so impressive.  Thank you!!! I think the students and parents really felt like the trip was first class and worth the cost. IMJ would be my first recommendation to any school.

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Mrs. Johnson, Group Leader - New Zealand Trip

Seriously - nothing could have gone better. It was such a wonderful experience. The way you were able to accommodate our late additions and families is so impressive.  Thank you!!! I think the students and parents really felt like the trip was first class and worth the cost. IMJ would be my first recommendation to any school.

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2021-02-23T20:34:37+00:00

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Everything was so well-planned that we could really relax and enjoy all of the activities we were doing and the beauty we were seeing. It was a once in a lifetime experience!

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Karen, Group Leader Australia Journey

Everything was so well-planned that we could really relax and enjoy all of the activities we were doing and the beauty we were seeing. It was a once in a lifetime experience!

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I have heard nothing but good things from the kids. Cam said it was the greatest spring session the school has run yet. (Cam's mom also sent an email letting me know how appreciative she was of the consideration for Cam's dietary restrictions). Angela said it was the best possible way she could think of to wrap up her senior year at CHCH.

Julia, Teacher - Chapel Hill, Boston
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2021-02-23T20:59:16+00:00
I have heard nothing but good things from the kids. Cam said it was the greatest spring session the school has run yet. (Cam's mom also sent an email letting me know how appreciative she was of the consideration for Cam's dietary restrictions). Angela said it was the best possible way she could think of to wrap up her senior year at CHCH. Julia, Teacher - Chapel Hill, Boston
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