Ready for an epic adventure?
Come on an exciting adventure of backpacking thru the iconic Wind River Range while learning how to not just survive, but thrive in the wild.
We know there are so many things pulling you in different directions: school, sports, friends, and more. These 7 days in the iconic Wind River Range in Wyoming offers you a chance to step away from the hectic pace of life to learn more about who you are, who God is, and who God made you to be.
In the process you will make life-long friends, learn leadership and wilderness skills, and experience God in ways you never have before. We know it can be scary to leave your phone behind but we promise it will be worth it. Are you ready for adventure?
DETAILS
August 4-11, 2024
Arrive: 3 pm | Depart: 7 pm
Academic Credit
None.
Essential Eligibility
There are no prerequisites for this course except a desire to learn and grow. We will teach you the skills of backpacking, including the essential backcountry skills of gourmet cooking and using the bathroom in the wilderness.
Physical Ability:
- Carry a backpack 40-60% of your body weight, hiking 4-8 miles a day on the backpacking section.
- Hike and camp at elevations of 8,000 ft. and up.
- Long days, often up at 6am and in bed at 9pm.
We understand the physical requirements may be overwhelming, but we find most people can train and do great. We provide a training plan to help you be prepared for your trip so you can succeed and have the most fun.
Major Skills Learned
TALK TO AN ADVENTURE SPECIALIST
We would be happy to chat. Call (307) 755-0642 or email admissions@srom.org.
Frequently asked questions
ARRIVAL
You will meet your leaders and team at SROM headquarters in Laramie, WY. The afternoon will start with introductions and an orientation time. You’ll then be issued gear and will learn how to pack your bag. Dinner will be provided. You will sleep at the SROM building that night and head out early the next morning with your team to drive to the trailhead.
Backpacking
From SROM headquarters, you will go to the majestic Wind River Range. There you will see towering peaks, beautiful alpine lakes and streams, meadows of wildflowers, and incredible starlit skies in some of the finest wilderness areas in North America. We will teach you the technical outdoor skills to thrive in the mountains, learning things such as campsite selection, route finding, and navigation.
You will also get an extended time to reflect and spend time alone with God on a solo. The lessons will build upon each other, putting it all to the test with your final peak attempt.
A Typical Backpacking Day:
(times are estimates and will vary)
6:00 AM – Breakfast: cook breakfast with your cook group
8:30 AM: Pack-up camp and head to your next campsite
Noon – Lunch: Enjoy lunch at a scenic spot on the trail
3:00 PM: Get to your new campsite and setup camp
4:00 PM: Time Alone with God (TAG), typically 1hr, and/or teaching.
5:00 PM – Dinner: Make a tasty dinner with your cook group
7:00 PM: Family Time – debrief day, worship, and devotional/teaching
9:00 PM: Bedtime
Special Days:
- Solo
- Peak Attempt
Departure
*This meal is not covered by SROM. However, it is a good thing to plan for. **Students with flights in the morning are welcome to stay overnight at the SROM base.
PHOTOS & VIDEO
Testimonies of Transformation
The Lord really came back into my life in a big way during this course. Before, I felt kind of stuck. Like I should be moving forward in my relationship with God, but I just didn’t know how. This experience really opened my eyes to how much I really needed to build that relationship. Taking time out of my summer to really connect wit the wilderness and God has been really great. I’m glad I decided to go, because I really needed it! I was self reliant, and now I am becoming interdependent.
I learned how to hear God’s voice. And I learned how to stay positive and make the most out of every circumstance; even the not so great ones. I learned how to stay calm, patient and I grew better as a person. I always have seen my dad reading his bible in the morning. And before this course, I never understood why. Having spent intentional time alone with God, I now know why and am excited to do it more myself.
Regular
Applications March 1st - 60 days priorLate
Applications 60-30 days prior- Onto the regular price of $1375 per person
Bring a friend and you'll both save $50!
Questions About Covid-19
What if SROM has to cancel the course?
You will receive a full refund if we need to cancel the course.
Should I get travel insurance?
Yes, we highly recommend getting travel insurance and checking to see if it covers Covid-19 or not.
Not only is travel insurance helpful for a potential change in plans or a course closure, some travel insurance plans will also cover if you needed to be evacuated from a course for a medical emergency.
QUESTIONS?
What is Wilderness Ministry?
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- Why Wilderness?
- Creation Deficit Disorder
- The Reward of Risk
- Leadership Development
- Philosophy of Education
- and much more!