Spring Semester Adventure Package High School 


About the Course

Ready for the ultimate outdoor education experience? This incredible Spring 2026 Semester Adventure Package is your gateway to mastering three amazing outdoor pursuits while experiencing Colorado's stunning seasonal transition! We'll guide you through an epic journey from winter's snowy trails to spring's blooming wilderness and finally to summer's sun-warmed rock faces. This comprehensive semester combines our most popular 5-day programs into one seamless outdoor education experience that builds confident, skilled, and environmentally conscious outdoor adventurers.

 

What Makes This Semester Special:

  • Master Three Disciplines - Cross-country skiing, hiking, and rock climbing progression over 4 months

  • Experience Seasonal Transitions - Watch Colorado transform from winter wonderland to summer adventure playground

  • Build Lifelong Skills - Comprehensive outdoor education that creates confident, safety-conscious adventurers

  • Progressive Skill Development - Each activity builds upon the previous, creating well-rounded outdoor enthusiasts

  • Deep Friendships - Months of shared adventures create unbreakable bonds and lasting relationships

  • Environmental Stewardship - Become a Leave No Trace champion across all seasons and terrains

  • Savings - Special discounted rate for this complete package deal makes it an incredible value

     

This semester creates passionate outdoor adventurers who are equally comfortable gliding through snow, navigating wilderness trails, and scaling vertical rock faces. You'll graduate ready for any outdoor challenge Colorado can offer!

 

Semester Schedule:

  • February - March: 5-Day Cross-Country Skiing Adventure at Eldora Mountain

  • March - April: 5-Day Hiking Adventure across diverse Colorado terrain

  • April - May: 5-Day Rock Climbing Adventure on real Colorado rock faces

 

Locations & Logistics: Our adventure locations span from Eldora Mountain's snowy trails to Colorado's Front Range diverse hiking terrain and stunning rock climbing areas, all within an hour and a half of Denver. This variety ensures you experience the full spectrum of Colorado's outdoor offerings while building expertise in each discipline. Daily pickup and drop-off is at Sloans Lake in Denver for parent convenience throughout the entire semester.

 

Building Trust & Confidence: This semester-long package is specifically designed to build deep trust and confidence in yourself and your peers through months of shared challenges and adventures. As we progress from winter skiing to spring hiking and climbing, the difficulty and complexity increase across all disciplines, ensuring continuous growth and countless opportunities to challenge yourself in supportive environments while building friendships that will last a lifetime.

 

Semester Outcomes - You'll Master:

  • Cross-Country Skiing: Nordic technique fundamentals, winter safety, and snow travel confidence

  • Wilderness Hiking: Navigation mastery, trail safety, and ecosystem appreciation across diverse terrain

  • Rock Climbing: Vertical movement skills, rope systems, and climbing safety on real rock faces

  • Environmental Stewardship: Leave No Trace principles across all seasons and outdoor environments

  • Leadership Skills: Confidence to guide others and make sound decisions in outdoor settings

  • Weather Adaptation: Skills to safely enjoy outdoor adventures in all Colorado conditions

  • Equipment Mastery: Expert knowledge of gear systems for skiing, hiking, and climbing

  • Risk Management: Advanced understanding of safety protocols across multiple outdoor disciplines

     

Special Package Benefits:

  • Cost Savings compared to individual program pricing

  • Seamless Progression from beginner to advanced across all three disciplines

  • Comprehensive Skill Set that prepares you for any Colorado outdoor adventure

  • Deep Peer Relationships built through months of shared challenges and growth

  • Expert Instruction from specialized guides in each discipline

  • Complete Gear Familiarity across winter, hiking, and climbing equipment systems

     

This incredible semester gives you the foundation to tackle any outdoor adventure with confidence and skill. Each new challenge builds on what you've learned, taking you from tentative beginner to confident outdoor leader ready for whatever Colorado's mountains can offer!

Time: 8:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Departure: 8:45 AM SHARP

Location: Sloan's Lake North-West Parking Lot (Boat Ramp)

Cross Streets: Yates St & W Byron Pl

Time: 3:30 PM

Location: Sloan's Lake North-West Parking Lot (Boat Ramp)

Cross Streets: Yates St & W Byron Pl

Transportation - Round-trip from pickup site to all activity locations

Equipment & Gear - All specialized gear per individual (avg. $50 value per person per day)

Activity Fees - Park passes, parking fees, permits, and land use fees

Professional Instruction - Certified instructors, safety briefings, and skill development

All you need to bring are personal items like water, snacks, and appropriate clothing!

Important Transportation Notes

  • Arrive between 8:30-8:45 AM for check-in
  • Departure is promptly at 8:45 AM - late arrivals may miss the trip
  • Same location for pickup and drop-off
  • Parents must be present for both pickup and drop-off
  • Bring a labeled lunch and water bottle for the day

Finding the Location

Sloan's Lake North-West Parking Lot (Boat Ramp)

Look for the boat ramp area on the northwest side of Sloan's Lake

Intersection of Yates Street and W Byron Place

GPS users: Search for "Sloan's Lake Boat Ramp" or use the cross streets above

If a session is full, please register for the waitlist. You will be notified if a spot becomes available.

If you wish to volunteer, if the option is available, please select the day and activity and wait to be contacted with further instructions. You must pass a background check. Additional information will be provided.

Participant Cancellations

Partial Refund (50%)

  • 15+ days before program start: 50% refund of program fee
  • Medical emergencies: 50% refund with doctor's note

No Refund

  • 14 days or less before program start: No refund available
  • No-shows: No refund available

Weather Cancellations by XP Adventure

  • Severe weather: Program for the day may be cancelled if programming cannot be safely conducted
  • Notification: Participants notified by 7:00 AM on program day
  • Minor delays: Programs may start late or end early with alternative activities
  • Activity changes: Activities may be modified or substituted based on weather conditions for safety

How to Cancel

  • Contact XP Adventure at www.xpadventure.org, info@xpadventure.org, or the guide of your trip with participant name and program.
 
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