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.

Best of ColoradoThe 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 Spring 2009*

All prices include transportation and snacks. Most trips are full-day trips unless otherwise noted.

January 10 – Snow Tubing with Winter Welcome
Register by: January 2

Enjoy a winter sport with no skill required! Join new CCU students for a snow tubing adventure at Frasier Hill near Winter Park. Bring an extra $5 for Beau Jo’s pizza afterwards!
Cost: $20

January 17 – Cross Country/Back Country Skiing
Register by: January 9

Come join other outdoor enthusiasts and get an introduction to cross country skiing. Learn to skate and push yourself up and down powder-covered hills. Trip price includes cross country skis, poles, boots, transportation, snacks, entrance to the park, and a basic cross country skiing lesson.
Cost: $30

January 29-31 – Ice Climbing
Register by: January 23

Learn to ice climb with experienced ice climbers in beautiful Ouray, Colorado. Trip departs Thursday after classes and returns early Saturday afternoon. Trip price includes transportation, two night cabin stay, ice climbing gear, professional instruction, and three meals.
Cost: $150

February 20-21 – Winter Camping/Midnight Snowshoeing
Register by: February 13

Don’t let your camping season end when the leaves fall off the trees! For the hearty souls that don't mind a little ice and snow, go for it and enjoy the experience. Enjoy a short day of snowshoeing with friends and learn some tips from veteran winter campers. Bring your own snowshoes.
Cost: $50

February 27 – Skiing with CCU Preview
Register by: February 20

Join prospective CCU students for an unforgettable day on the slopes at one of our renowned Colorado Ski Resorts. This trip is for beginners and experienced skiers alike. Includes transportation, snacks, and ski pass. Bring your own skis and water for a great time with prospects from all over the U.S.
Cost: $50

March 14 – Paintball
Register by: March 6

Come in teams or come alone for a paintball extravaganza at Colorado’s largest outdoor field. Cost includes paintball gun and gear rental, paint, CO2, and transportation. Be prepared for a full, fun day of play and paint.
Cost: $40

March 20 – Snow Tubing
Register by: March 13

Just in case you missed Snow Tubing the first time, this one is for you. Enjoy a winter sport with no skill required! Join fellow CCU students at Frasier Hill near Winter Park.
Cost: $20

April 11 – Bike Ride to The Calling
Register by: April 3

Too poor to attend a Best of Colorado trip?
This trip includes fresh, urban air and a fearless leader to guide you. As long as you have a bicycle and extra tubes for your tires just in case one goes flat, this trip is free. Transportation will be provided by you, including your bike of choice (preferably a road or hybrid bike) and free food will be provided at the conference. Get ready to ride to your hearts content and fill you heart with only healthy things.
Cost: FREE

May 1 – Caving/Spelunking
Register by: April 24

You've hiked up the Rockies and stood upon their sunlit summits. But there's an equally fascinating view from the inside. Enjoy scrambling over rocks and navigating your way through one of Colorado's many caves near Estes Park. Includes transportation.
Cost: $10

* 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.