Family & Adult Camp Three 1-week sessions

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Fun for all ages & interests

This A/U Ranches program is open to all Christian Scientists and their family and friends of all faiths. Whether you come with your family, come with friends, or come by yourself, each day at Family & Adult Camp is a “choose your own adventure” of activities, complete with inspiration and opportunities to share gratitude. We even offer special activities for kids ages 0-9, so they can have age-appropriate adventures while older family members are participating in more advanced activities.

Family groups stay in their own cabins suited to their needs. Or if you are coming solo or with friends, you’ll choose between a room to yourself or a shared cabin with other individual adults. Family & Adult Camp also offers three hot meals a day, as well as sack lunches for those all-day excursions.

Ideal for a Relaxing Getaway or a Challenging Adventure

A/U has incredible property and activities, but its biggest asset is the people.

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A/U has incredible property and activities, but its biggest asset is the people. Such healing attitudes.

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– Family & Adult Camp participant

Outdoor adventures

  • Whitewater rafting
  • Horseback trail rides and arena lessons
  • Indoor and outdoor rock climbing
  • High ropes course
  • Pickleball lessons
  • Hiking or mountain biking on the A/U Ranches trail system
  • Peak climbs
  • Canoeing or kayaking on property
  • And more!

Low-key options

  • Daily Bible Lesson study with a Christian Science Practitioner
  • Nature walks
  • Exploring nearby towns (Buena Vista, Salida, Leadville, etc.)
  • Visiting the hot springs
  • Arts and crafts
  • Testimony meetings
  • Puzzles, games, and chats in the lodge

Kids’ Camp (ages 0-9)

  • Short hiking adventures on property
  • Pony rides
  • Low ropes course
  • Arts and crafts
  • Swimming at the pool and lake
  • S’mores
  • Daily quiet time
  • Kid-focused inspiration