JMC Colorado River & National Monument Expedition

Adventure awaits in Colorado’s backcountry! During this weeklong off-site camping experience at the Colorado National Monument and on the Colorado River. Campers will take on five days of outdoor exploration, with activities ranging from canyoneering, hiking, rafting, and more! Campers will disconnect from technology to connect with nature, friends, and outdoor adventure. NOTE: if using airport drop off on Friday, will want to fly out of the Grand Junction Regional Airport. 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 CO National Monument / Hike Day 3: Lemon Squeezer Canyoneering with Glenwood Climbing Guides Day 4: Depart for Ruby Horsethief River Trip with Colorado Canyons Association Day 5: Rafting the Ruby Horsethief Section of the Colorado River Day 6: Rafting the Ruby Horsethief Section of the Colorado River / Return to WCU Campus / Depart JMC Schedule subject to change

Schedule

From: Jul 25 2026 to Jul 31 2026
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday