Best of Colorado Trips
Experience Colorado
One of the best ways to experience all that Colorado has to offer is to get out there and try something new.
The Best of Colorado program offers CCU students a variety of recreational trips in Colorado’s great outdoors. From whitewater rafting to urban cycling; from horseback riding to camping; these excursions are designed to help you explore and appreciate God’s creation while encouraging you to build solid friendships with other students. All trips are planned by current CCU students who have had plenty of guiding experience in the outdoors. Faculty and staff advisors tag along to enjoy these recreational opportunities with students.
Best of Colorado trips at CCU are not just for people who live for extreme outdoor adventure. Whether you’re passionate about skiing, biking, hiking, camping, or you’ve never even put on a pair of hiking boots, these trips offer all students the chance to experience faith through adventure, fellowship, and recreational activity. Register online today
Best of Colorado Trips for Fall 2009*
All prices include transportation and snacks. Most trips are full-day trips unless otherwise noted.
| August 29 – Whitewater Rafting (open to all students) Register by: August 22 |
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Join new and current students for an exciting day of whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River! Includes transportation, rafting cost, and one meal. |
| September 25 – Climb Mt. Bierstadt with CCU Preview Attendees Register by: September 18 |
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Whether you are a beginner or an expert, take a hike on one of Colorado’s famous 14ers. Mt. Bierstadt has an elevation of 14,060 feet and is a seven-mile round trip. Includes transportation and lunch. |
| September 25-27 – Ladies Hike and Camp the Maroon Bells Register by: September 18 |
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(For Ladies ONLY) |
| October 3 – Men's Horseback Riding Register by: September 26 |
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(For the Men ONLY) |
| October 23 – Ride the Cog Rail to the top of Pikes Peak Register by: October 16 |
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Do you like beautiful, breathtaking sights? Do you like people? If you answered yes to either of these, this trip is for you! Ride the highest cog rail in the world to the top of Pikes Peak. At 14,110 feet you will be able to see for miles. In between taking in God’s beautiful creation, chat with friends and future students. Price includes transportation, cog rail, and lunch. |
| October 31 - Paintball Register by: October 24 |
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Come in teams or come alone for a paintball extravaganza at Colorado’s largest outdoor field. Cost includes paintball gun and gear rental, one round of paint, CO2, and transportation. Be prepared for a full, fun day of play and paint. |
| November 6 – Hike and Hot Springs Register by: October 30 |
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Take a short hike and then enjoy one of Colorado's many natural hot springs – you can soak in the therapy pool, swim laps, or cool off in the creek pool. Includes transportation and entrance to the complex. |
| December 11 – Snowmobiling Register by: December 4 |
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Come experience Colorado's beauty with a snowmobile trip in Chaffee County. Experienced guides will take you through lush forests to some of the most awesome views of the majestic Colorado Rockies. No experience is needed. |
* Trips change yearly based on student guide interest and expertise. Costs usually include transportation and at least one meal. In the case of overnight trips, the cost includes meals on the trip and lodging for the night.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
Upon online registration for a Best of Colorado trip, you acknowledge the following refund policy. Refunds will be granted on a case per case basis. Each trip is different and requires different deposits, etc. If the University has paid out deposits and cannot receive a refund the student will not receive a refund if he/she cancels. The University will strive to make refunds when possible. In all cases, at least a 10% administration fee will be kept if a refund is requested. If the trip is cancelled by the University, full refunds will be given.
Best of Colorado Trip Waivers
By submitting registration for a Best of Colorado event (the "Event" or "Activity"), registrants agree to assume all risk of injury and accept personal responsibility for their safety as well as the condition and safety of any equipment rented/used during the trip. In addition, registrants acknowledge that they are physically fit and have sufficiently trained for the event. Read the Participant Waiver Agreement (PDF) and Physical Fitness and Preparation Standards (PDF) for details.
