Mindful Making: Create Your Own Mandala
2021-01-29 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | CO
This week’s Mindful Making takes you through the process of creating your own mandala.
A mandala is a spiritual and ritual symbol in Asian cultures. It can be understood in two different ways: externally as a visual representation of the universe or internally as a guide for several practices that take place in many Asian traditions, including meditation. In Hinduism and Buddhism, the belief is that by entering the mandala and proceeding towards its center, you are guided through the cosmic process of transforming the universe from one of suffering into one of joy and happiness.

BOEC Adventure Days - Cross Country Adventure
2021-02-03 15:00 - 16:30 | Frisco Nordic Center, 616 Recreation Way, Firsco, CO, 80443, United States
BOEC Adventure Days – Cross Country Adventure
Wednesday, February 3 for 12-20-year-olds
3:00pm to 4:30pm (Limit 8/session)
Advance registration will be required with a waiver signed by an adult/legal guardian. Registration available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hype-frisco-cross-country-adventure-12-20-tickets-132997331599.
WHERE:
Frisco Nordic Center: 616 Recreation Way, Frisco, CO 80443
Google Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/XpxwB1keMUyoKNEe6
WHAT:
Come join BOEC staff and learn one of the best ways to experience the outdoors in the winter! We have created a series of group oriented cross country sessions scheduled throughout the winter at the Frisco Nordic Center. This is a great opportunity to learn how to cross country ski, be active, and spend time with your friends. All levels are welcome.
Please come dresses and prepared to be outside for the whole time!
WHAT WEAR & BRING:

Personal Masks
Ski socks (non-cotton is best)
Dress in layers including long underwear (tops and bottoms). Fleece layers, winter jacket or shell to wear over your other core layers, and sand snow pants are recommended
Warm hat and gloves
Personal water bottle or thermos
Snacks
Small backpack to store any extra layers or items

BOEC will provide:

Trail passes for the day
Cross Country rental gear, including skis, boots and poles
Instruction and supervision
Additional masks if you forget

QUESTIONS? Email: Claire@boec.org

Mindful Making: Making Focaccia Bread
2021-02-05 15:00 - 16:00 | CO
This week’s Mindful Making class returns with some more “Baking with Callie.” Learn how to make your own focaccia bread this time around.

BOEC Adventure Days - Cross Country Adventure
2021-02-10 15:30 - 17:00 | Breckenridge Nordic Center, 9 Grandview Dr, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
BOEC Adventure Days – Cross Country Adventure
Wednesday, February 10 for 12-20-year-olds
3:30pm to 5:00pm (Limit 8/session)
Advance registration will be required with a waiver signed by an adult/legal guardian. Registration at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hype-cross-country-adventure-12-20-tickets-131268544751.
WHERE:
Breckenridge Nordic Center: 9 Grandview Drive, Breckenridge, CO 80424
Google Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/nXb2koi2uiHdokDR8
WHAT:
Come join BOEC staff and learn one of the best ways to experience the outdoors in the winter! We have created a series of group oriented cross country sessions scheduled throughout the winter at the Breckenridge Nordic Center. This is a great opportunity to learn how to cross country ski, be active, and spend time with your friends. All levels are welcome.
Please come dresses and prepared to be outside for the whole time!
WHAT WEAR & BRING:

Personal Masks
Ski socks (non-cotton is best)
Dress in layers including long underwear (tops and bottoms). Fleece layers, winter jacket or shell to wear over your other core layers, and sand snow pants are recommended
Warm hat and gloves
Personal water bottle or thermos
Snacks
Small backpack to store any extra layers or items

BOEC will provide:

Trail passes for the day
Cross Country rental gear, including skis, boots and poles
Instruction and supervision
Additional masks if you forget

QUESTIONS? Email: Claire@boec.org

Mindful Making: Making Valentine's Day Cards
2021-02-12 15:00 - 16:00 | CO
Will you be my Valentine? This week’s Mindful Making takes you through the process of making your very own Valentine’s Day cards.

Adaptive Chair Yoga
2021-02-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-02-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-03-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-03-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-03-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-03-25 10:00 - 11:00 | CO
Join the BOEC and adaptive yoga instructor and long-time BOEC volunteer Jane Barber for a virtual adaptive chair yoga class. The class is for anyone who may benefit from doing yoga in a chair or seated position and will be held virtually using Zoom. The classes are free to sign up and simply require registration at least 24 hours before the class begins. There are ten spots available per class, so sign up fast by filling out this form.
About the Instructor:
Jane Barber is a nurse and adaptive sports professional with a passion for bringing healing through sports to people living with disability, injury or the effects of trauma. She has taught adaptive skiing with Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC) in Breckenridge, Colorado for the past 17 years. Five years ago she had the inspiration to pursue yoga teacher training so that she could bring yoga to her adaptive skiing clients. She received her E-RYT 200 certification in May, 2016 from Yoga Roots in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. Her yoga journey began over 20 years ago but did not become a central part of her life until she sustained an injury during the 2015-2016 ski season. Her yoga teacher training journey has brought her so many more opportunities than she could have ever imagined. In addition to adding yoga to her instructional toolbox at BOEC, she also teaches yoga with Spaulding Adaptive Sports on Cape Cod in the summer and Yoga Reach of Cleveland, Ohio in the spring and fall. She is delighted to be a part of BOEC’s entree into virtual programming during these difficult times by offering virtual chair yoga.

Mindful Making: Old Schoolhouse Games
2021-02-26 15:00 - 16:00 | CO
In this Mindful Making class we’re going to play some old schoolhouse games via Zoom! So far we have Hangman, Pictionary, and a game called Storyline. Get your brains thinking on more games that you used to play in your classroom growing up. All you have to do is show up and we’ll do the rest!

Mindful Making: Cooking Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
2021-03-05 15:00 - 16:00 | CO
In this Mindful Making class we’ll be making homemade spaghetti sauce with Callie Sue! See all the ingredients below. Show up in your chef outfit (if you so choose) and let’s bring out the Italian cooking! There are a couple ways to participate this week:

Just show up to join us for good conversation
Get a jar of already made pasta sauce and noodles
Get all of the ingredients listed below and make some homemade sauce

Ingredients:

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil)
1 medium yellow onion, grated
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 carrots, finely grated (use a food processor or a grater)
28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
½ cup water (pasta cooking water, preferred)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp sweet Spanish paprika (or regular paprika), optional
Pinch red pepper flakes, optional
Handful fresh basil, about ½ cup packed, torn
Handful fresh parsley, about ½ cup packed, chopped, optional
1 small box noodles of your choosing

BOEC Adventure Days - Cross Country Adventure
2021-03-10 13:00 - 16:30 | Breckenridge Nordic Center, 9 Grandview Dr, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
BOEC Adventure Days – Cross Country Adventure
Wednesday, March 10 for 12-20-year-olds
3:30pm to 5:00pm (Limit 8/session)
Advance registration will be required with a waiver signed by an adult/legal guardian. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hype-cross-country-adventure-12-20-tickets-131268544751.
WHERE:
Breckenridge Nordic Center: 9 Grandview Drive, Breckenridge, CO 80424
Google Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/nXb2koi2uiHdokDR8
WHAT:
Come join BOEC staff and learn one of the best ways to experience the outdoors in the winter! We have created a series of group oriented cross country sessions scheduled throughout the winter at the Breckenridge Nordic Center. This is a great opportunity to learn how to cross country ski, be active, and spend time with your friends. All levels are welcome.
Please come dresses and prepared to be outside for the whole time!
WHAT WEAR & BRING:

Personal Masks
Ski socks (non-cotton is best)
Dress in layers including long underwear (tops and bottoms). Fleece layers, winter jacket or shell to wear over your other core layers, and sand snow pants are recommended
Warm hat and gloves
Personal water bottle or thermos
Snacks
Small backpack to store any extra layers or items

BOEC will provide:

Trail passes for the day
Cross Country rental gear, including skis, boots and poles
Instruction and supervision
Additional masks if you forget

QUESTIONS? Email: Claire@boec.org

Mindful Making: Playful Decade Karaoke
2021-03-12 15:00 - 16:00 | CO
In this week’s Mindful Making we are going back to sing some songs from the 50’s all the way up to the 2020 era! Dress up for your favorite decade of music and get your voices warmed up! Dressing up is optional, as always. Join us for some fun in singing songs from each decade. You can show up to sing or show up for some pure entertainment and good company! If you have any suggestions on songs, please e-mail Claire at claire@boec.org. Hope to see you there!

Mindful Making: Playful Acting
2021-03-19 15:00 - 16:00 | CO
Come join this week’s Mindful Making class for some playful acting practices with Callie Sue! We will be practicing mirroring, group storyline, and possibly a special-guest. It will be interesting and it will be fun! Bring yourselves to participate or just join us for some good entertainment. Hope to see you there!

Mindful Making: Cooking Date Coconut Chocolate Energy Balls
2021-03-26 15:00 - 16:00 | CO
Come join this week’s Mindful Making class to make a delicious and nutritious snack, Date Coconut Chocolate Energy Balls! These are filled with fiber and protein and are great for a midday snack! See the ingredients list below. Feel free to substitute any of the ingredients below for mini chocolate chips, any kind of nut, mini M&M’s, oats, dried fruit, peanut butter, etc! The world is your oyster here, friends! Once again, there are a couple ways to participate in this activity:

Show up to join us for good conversation and to watch
Get all of the ingredients listed below and make some homemade date balls
Buy some pre-made energy balls at the store

Ingredients:

10-12 medjool pitted dates (or any kind of dates that are pitted)
1/3 C chopped pecans
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 tbsp cocoa powder
¾ C shredded coconut
Dash of salt

BOEC Adventure Days - Cross Country Adventure
2021-03-31 15:00 - 16:30 | Frisco Nordic Center, 616 Recreation Way, Firsco, CO, 80443, United States
BOEC Adventure Days – Cross Country Adventure
Wednesday, March 31 for 12-20-year-olds
3:00pm to 4:30pm (Limit 8/session)
Advance registration will be required with a waiver signed by an adult/legal guardian. Registration available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hype-frisco-cross-country-adventure-12-20-tickets-132997331599.
WHERE:
Frisco Nordic Center: 616 Recreation Way, Frisco, CO 80443
Google Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/XpxwB1keMUyoKNEe6
WHAT:
Come join BOEC staff and learn one of the best ways to experience the outdoors in the winter! We have created a series of group oriented cross country sessions scheduled throughout the winter at the Frisco Nordic Center. This is a great opportunity to learn how to cross country ski, be active, and spend time with your friends. All levels are welcome.
Please come dresses and prepared to be outside for the whole time!
WHAT WEAR & BRING:

Personal Masks
Ski socks (non-cotton is best)
Dress in layers including long underwear (tops and bottoms). Fleece layers, winter jacket or shell to wear over your other core layers, and sand snow pants are recommended
Warm hat and gloves
Personal water bottle or thermos
Snacks
Small backpack to store any extra layers or items

BOEC will provide:

Trail passes for the day
Cross Country rental gear, including skis, boots and poles
Instruction and supervision
Additional masks if you forget

QUESTIONS? Email: Claire@boec.org

BOEC Adventure Days - Cross Country Adventure
2021-04-07 13:00 - 16:30 | Breckenridge Nordic Center, 9 Grandview Dr, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
BOEC Adventure Days – Cross Country Adventure
Wednesday, April 7 for 12-20-year-olds
3:30pm to 5:00pm (Limit 8/session)
Advance registration will be required with a waiver signed by an adult/legal guardian. Registration will be through Building Hope at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-hype-cross-country-adventure-12-20-tickets-131268544751.
WHERE:
Breckenridge Nordic Center: 9 Grandview Drive, Breckenridge, CO 80424
Google Map Link: https://goo.gl/maps/nXb2koi2uiHdokDR8
WHAT:
Come join BOEC staff and learn one of the best ways to experience the outdoors in the winter! We have created a series of group oriented cross country sessions scheduled throughout the winter at the Breckenridge Nordic Center. This is a great opportunity to learn how to cross country ski, be active, and spend time with your friends. All levels are welcome.
Please come dresses and prepared to be outside for the whole time!
WHAT WEAR & BRING:

Personal Masks
Ski socks (non-cotton is best)
Dress in layers including long underwear (tops and bottoms). Fleece layers, winter jacket or shell to wear over your other core layers, and sand snow pants are recommended
Warm hat and gloves
Personal water bottle or thermos
Snacks
Small backpack to store any extra layers or items

BOEC will provide:

Trail passes for the day
Cross Country rental gear, including skis, boots and poles
Instruction and supervision
Additional masks if you forget

QUESTIONS? Email: Claire@boec.org

Paddle/Climbing Week
2021-06-28 08:30 - 2021-07-02 16:00 | BOEC Wilderness Campus, 300 Snowy Ridge Road, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
Dates: June 28 – July 2 (Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 – Noon / Friday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
Ages: 12-17
Fee: $350/week
This week are going to mix it up! We will have at least two days of rock climbing both on and off our site, a day to play on our ropes course, one day of paddling either at our site or Lake Dillon, and one-day rafting on the Upper Colorado. Must be independent with Activities of Daily Living (ADLS) or bring attendant. For more information or to learn of other NEW day camp options, contact Claire DiCola at (800) 383-2632 or claire@boec.org.
Fill out the online application at https://forms.gle/gmizcPgsZCtCPF1P8.
View our BOEC Operations Manual COVID-19 Response – Summer 2021 Programs.
Tentative Schedule:
Day 1: Climbing on BOEC’s climbing wall.
Day 2: Paddle Lake Dillon.
Day 3: Ropes course on BOEC’s high ropes course.
Day 4: Climbing at Swan Mountain.
Day 5: Full day of rafting on the Upper Colorado River. We will provide transportation to/from the river.

Camp Big Tree
2021-07-26 13:30 - 2021-07-30 12:00 | BOEC’s Old Cabin, 300 Snowy Ridge Road, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
Location: Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center Old Cabin/Camping
Dates: July 26-30
Times: Drop Off: 1:30 PM, Depart: Noon
Ages: 12-16
Fee: $900, Scholarships Available
About:
Camp Big Tree is a five-day program for youth with sensory integration disorders, autism, learning disabilities and/or attention deficits. Through a variety of outdoor activities such as rock climbing, whitewater rafting and camping – designed around established experiential education models – participants will have the opportunity to develop social skills, teamwork traits and leadership qualities that will transfer into everyday life.
This is a mobile course that begins at BOEC’s program site in Breckenridge, CO. Students will be involved in cooking, cleaning and gear preparation during the course; however, the emphasis will be on having fun in a structured setting. BOEC requires that all students be fully independent with self-care tasks or be prepared to bring a “buddy” to camp.
For more information, please contact Claire DiCola at (800) 383-2632 or email claire@boec.org.
Included in trip cost:
Food, specialty gear such as life jackets, tents, etc., transportation while on course, and 24-hour instruction/supervision by BOEC professional staff.

Frozen Assets BIA Adaptive Ski Program
2022-01-03 08:00 - 2022-01-07 17:00 | BOEC Wilderness Campus, 300 Snowy Ridge Road, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
Don’t miss out this winter! BOEC is offering a five-day retreat in partnership with the Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado (BIAC). Activities include skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and tubing. This program is designed for adults living with a brain injury and is based out of our accessible Scott Griffith Lodge and includes meals and plenty of time to relax and enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery. Adaptive ski and snowboard lessons are run through the Breckenridge Adaptive Ski & Snowboard School at the BOEC. This retreat is open to all levels.
For more information or to sign up, contact the Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado – camp@biacolorado.org or 303-562-0401.

Military Ski & Snowboard Camp
2022-01-04 08:00 - 2022-01-06 17:00 | Keystone Adaptive Center, 1222 County Road 8, Keystone, CO, 80435, United States
Hosted by Keystone Adaptive Center (KAC) and Adaptive Adventures, the Military Ski & Ride Camp is for wounded military service members. This camp features three days of quality adaptive ski and snowboard lessons at the world-class Keystone Ski Resort and is a fun way to get on the snow with top-notch instructors and equipment, excellent food, and fun activities. Your enrollment includes ski passes, equipment rentals, instruction, lodging, meals, and transportation for the participant and a guest.
This Military Ski & Ride Camp is a great way to meet fellow military veterans and receive quality ski and/or snowboard instruction in an amazing setting in Keystone, Colorado.
Visit Adaptive Adventures for more details on this event.

Mono-Ski Camp
2022-01-23 08:00 - 2022-01-28 17:00 | Breckenridge Ski & Snowboard School, 655 S. Park Ave, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
BOEC’s Mono-Ski Camp is a 5-day program specific to mono-skiing. This camp focuses on athletes who are looking to learn and refine their skills in a faster-paced environment than a typical lesson. Based on athletes in attendance, racing techniques may be incorporated. This camp is open to all mono-skiers, but we invite and sponsor veterans through funding from BOEC’s Heroic Military Fund.
Check out the 2020 Mono-Ski Camp Video by Zack Morris:

Team Semper Fi Ski and Snowboard Clinic
2022-02-15 08:00 - 2022-02-17 17:00 | Keystone Adaptive Center, 1222 County Road 8, Keystone, CO, 80435, United States
The Team Semper Fi Fund visits the Keystone Adaptive Center (KAC) for a 3-day adaptive ski and snowboard clinic to help Service Members learn or improve their skills. Skiing and snowboarding are great lifelong activities that can be done individually or with family and/or friends. It’s a sport that can be done recreationally or competitively.
This is a family eligible event. One family member may apply to attend with their respective Service Member. For more information, visit The Semper Fi Fund.

Outdoor Adventures Within Ski Retreat
2022-02-26 13:00 - 2022-03-02 10:00 | BOEC Wilderness Campus, 300 Snowy Ridge Road, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
Enjoy three full days of alpine skiing and snowboarding with the Outdoor Adventures Within Ski Retreat, specifically designed for adults living with multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. You will also enjoy adaptive yoga, stretching and movement exercises, and companionship.
Included in the cost is all lodging, meals, ski instruction, equipment, lift tickets, and 24-hour staff support. Friends, family members, and care attendants are welcome to attend for a reduced rate of $600. Please note; you must be independent in all personal care needs or must bring a care attendant.
For more information, or to register, please contact Claire DiCola: claire@boec.org or 970-453-6422.

Youth Ski & Ride Camp
2022-02-28 16:00 - 2022-03-04 11:00 | Keystone Adaptive Center, 1222 County Road 8, Keystone, CO, 80435, United States
The Keystone Adaptive Center and Adaptive Adventures are partnering once again to provide the Keystone Youth All Mountain Ski and Ride Camp in beautiful Keystone, Colorado. This four-night, three-day camp provides youth with physical disabilities an opportunity to learn to ski/snowboard or improve upon their skiing and riding abilities. All participants will experience one-on-one lessons and will be provided adaptive equipment as needed. We are accepting youth and young adults ages 6-21, depending on size (some children may be too small for our equipment). Family members are welcome to attend.

Heroic San Juan River Trip
2022-06-07 - 2022-06-12 | San Juan River, Bluff, UT, United States
BOEC and the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program bring you the Heroic San Juan River Trip for military veterans who have sustained a traumatic brain injury, or other debilitating injury, in the service of their country and their family members. The program is designed to accommodate veterans who have sustained a moderate to significant injury which has resulted in the veteran being unable to continue in active service, but willing and able to engage in adventurous and adaptive outdoor activity. Participants must be non-violent and enjoy other people. Behaviors such as verbal outbursts, perseveration, or other forms of communication are welcomed. Children as young as 10 years old are welcome.
A classic western river trip format will be utilized. Floating down river in rafts will provide access to a true wilderness environment while providing the ability to serve veterans who have mobility restrictions. An educational component will also be included by providing exposure to the prehistoric culture of the four-corners region.
The trip will be conducted on the San Juan River in southeast Utah through beautiful desert canyon country and offers mild to moderate white water that is suitable for vets with significant injury and families with kids. Sandy beaches & camps, ancient rock art and beautiful scenery will be highlights of the trip.
BOEC believes that veterans who have sustained a traumatic brain injury and other debilitating injuries are a vastly under-served segment of our returning veterans. The trip will be designed primarily as a fun family experience with activities focused on all attending. The outcomes of the trip will flow from the activities and experience such as; increased family bonding and integration, fun and relaxation, new knowledge and skills and increased understanding of being a family while living with severe injury.
Transportation: Participants can drive personal vehicles to the river site or utilize BOEC transportation.
Weather: Expect hot and sunny conditions with thunderstorms possible.
Mobility: Veterans with mobility limitations are welcome on this trip but the ability to assist with self-rescue in the event of falling out of a boat is essential. Participants must be able to roll over and sit up without assistance.
Medical Care: BOEC staff is Wilderness First Responder trained and experienced within the wilderness setting. This allows the staff to respond to typical medical situations that arise on wilderness trips. Participants considering this trip should be stable in their personal medical condition and able to be away from advanced medical care for several days. Typically, participants who have entered a long-term orientation to their care and condition are suitable for this type of trip. Being able to tolerate exposure to heat and sun is critical for this trip.
Personal Care: BOEC is recognized for its ability to work with people who would be excluded from participation in standard outdoor trips and will provide personal assistance for our clients. This can be assistance with; transfers, mobility, daily living skills such as dressing, eating and bathing. Because this is a river trip, bathing is possible whenever one wishes by cleaning up in the river. Using soap is fine, so staying clean, if a bit sandy, is easy. During August, getting in the river will be very pleasant.
Toileting: On river trips all solid human waste must be contained and transported out of the river corridor. An approved human waste transport system, (basically a rocket box fitted with an internal tank and a toilet seat) called a “groover”, will be used for this purpose. Participants must be able to sit on the groover with minimal assistance and have the ability to clean themselves after toileting or have a family member available to assist with post toileting cleaning for participation in this trip.
Food: All food will be provided by BOEC. A standard healthy and American diet is planned. Expect vegetarian options, Dutch oven meals and deserts and lots of cold drinks. Alcohol is not allowed.
Shelter: Tents will be provided and utilized for sleeping quarters. Sleeping bags, sleeping pads and a light sheet will be provided. Privacy and adequate room will be ensured by having plenty of tents available.
Personal Gear: Participants must bring their personal clothes and gear. Because we will be rafting through a semi-desert environment during the summer heat, what you’ll need to bring is minimal: clothes to jump in the river in, protection from the sun, shoes that can get wet and stay on your feet while swimming, casual clothes to wear around camp. Rain gear can be provided by BOEC.
Cost: No cost for all on-course activities.
To get more information for this camp please call or email Claire at the BOEC. 1-800-383-2632 ext. 105 or email: claire@boec.org.

Challenge By Choice Adventure Retreat I
2022-06-12 - 2022-06-17 | BOEC Wilderness Campus, 300 Snowy Ridge Road, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
The Challenge by Choice Adventure Retreat, run in partnership with the Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado, features six days of outdoor adventure for survivors of an injury to the brain. Come stay in our accessible lodge and enjoy activities such as accessible ropes course, hand cycling, wall climbing, canoeing, fishing, hiking, rock-climbing, and even a wild dance party!
This retreat is custom designed for adults, aged 17 and above and is staffed by volunteers, a registered nurse, and BOEC staff/instructors and interns. All abilities are welcome to apply. For more information, or to get an application, please contact Michael Zavala at the Brain Injury Alliance: Michael@biacolorado.org or call (303) 562-0401.
Volunteer Buddies
BIA Buddies are assigned as one-on-one partners with the participants. Their primary role is to participate in all the activities and be an active “friend” who ensures that their partner is supported as needed. The buddies work with the staff to make the retreat successful and enjoyable for all the participants. Please contact Michael Zavala for a Buddy application at Michael@BIAColorado.org.

Camp Little Tree
2022-06-24 - 2022-06-26 | BOEC Wilderness Campus, 300 Snowy Ridge Road, Breckenridge, CO, 80424, United States
Download Camp Little Tree Flyer.
Overview
Camp Little Tree, a program of Children’s Hospital Colorado and hosted by the Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC), is a special camp for children 9 to 11 years of age with developmental disabilities, learning disabilities and sensory integration (SI) impairments. The program is designed to meet the unique needs of these children and facilitates peer interaction with therapeutic support in camp activities. Occupational Therapy (OT) principles are used to provide sensory processing, sensory-motor, social and self-care support. Adapting these traditional camp activities fosters success and a sense of achievement in a mountain camp setting.
Focus is placed on developing independence, competence, social skills and self esteem. Children live, work and play
in a “family” group of 8-10 campers, 2-3 outdoor educators from the BOEC, and 2-3 specialized OTs from Children’s Hospital. Campers assist in cooking and cabin clean-up along with peers and adults. Children participate daily in climbing, canoeing, ropes course and outdoor education. Your child will receive support for their sensory differences while engaging in community-based activities such as field games, crafts, journal writing, and fishing. Involvement in these programs encourages motor skills, coordination, motor planning and self confidence.

Eligible Participants
The Camp Little Tree program is intended for children 9-11 years of age with sensory integration difficulties. In addition, the following criteria for participation have been established:

Must be fully independent with all toileting skills
Must be able to follow instructions and comply with adult requests
Must be able to remain with a group of up to 13 people without direct one-on-one attention
Must not have extreme emotional and/or psychological distress
Must have therapist’s recommendation for involvement in the camp

Transportation
Families are responsible for transportation to and from Denver and the Griffith Lodge in Breckenridge.

Application Process
Please visit https://redcap.childrenscolorado.org/surveys/?s=9YXDXFHYMA to fill out the online application as well as any attachments required in the application. Applications are due by June 1, 2022.
All applicants will be screened for appropriateness and must meet all of the requirements for involvement. Priority will be given to applications that are 100% completed and on a first come basis.
