“And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers;
One of the most important and influential people in a young person’s life is their father.
85% of imprisoned youth, 90% of adolescent runaways, and 85% of children with behavioral disorders grew up in fatherless homes.
We are inviting fathers and their children to escape the distractions that compete for their time and attention and go on a wild adventure together. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to help heal and take your relationship deeper – showing your child that they are a priority to you. If you are the father of a child, step-child, adopted or spiritual child, we welcome you and your child to embark on the experience of a lifetime, walking away with memories you will share forever. Are you ready to invest?
DETAILS
July 6-13, 2025*
Arrive: 3 pm | Depart: 8 pm
*Dates are tentative and subject to change
Age
14-18+
Duration
7 DAYS
START & END BASE
Course Area(s)
Wind River Range, Snowy Range Mountains
Academic Credit
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 physically prepared for your trip so you can succeed and have the most fun.
Major Skills
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 may sleep at the SROM building that night or book a local accommodation. If you do book a local accommodation, we will not be able to provide rides to and from that night and the next morning. You will head out early the next morning with your team and drive to the trailhead.
Backpacking
In this section, 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 as it is outside of the official course. However, it is a good thing to plan for.
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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?
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- Why Wilderness?
- Creation Deficit Disorder
- The Reward of Risk
- Leadership Development
- Philosophy of Education
- and much more!