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January 2019
Fun Runs
Ages: All FREE! Anyone and everyone is invited to the Fun Runs! Join BV Rec, APE, and Boys & Girls club for a mile fun run on the River Park Trails!
Find out more »Youth Cross Country Ski League
Grades: K-12 $70/participant Join experienced instructors from Buena Vista Mountain Adventures for the Youth Ski League! Whether you're new to the idea, or an experienced skier, come and join the fun of Cross Country Skiing! Gear Rental is available for an additional $15. Gear Checkout Day will be Friday, January 11 from 3:30-5:30pm at the Community Center. Registration Deadline: Friday, January 11 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE
Find out more »April 2019
Applied Horsemanship (Through Competition)
From a foundation in western horsemanship, participants will learn and be able to execute basic horsemanship/equitation skills such as the stop and turn, then to apply those skills in various competitive and work-related formats, including gymkhana, cattle working, and the game of polocrosse - a game originally conceived of as a means of developing a more natural working seat while on horseback. There will be a culminating event(s) determined by the progress of participants that will challenge their newly developed…
Find out more »May 2019
GARNA Stream Explorers in Buena Vista – 2019
GARNA and Collegiate Peaks Chapter of Trout Unlimited are teaming up for another year of Stream Explorers to connect youth to the river in their backyard. This four class program is open to middle school youth who are in 5th through 8th grade. Participants will discover the secret lives of creatures that live in the river, perform aquatic behavior experiments, gain experience with fly casting, and learn to tie their own flies. Class 1: Intro to Stream Conservation. Investigate aquatic invertebrates through experiments in the classroom…
Find out more »June 2019
Paddle on the Pond
Ages: All ages Tuesdays in June and July 4:00-6:00 pm Cost: FREE! (A $5 donation is suggested) Town Pond, McPhelemy Park Buena Vista Recreation partners with CKS to host Paddle on the Pond in McPhelemy Park every Tuesday in June and July. CKS brings paddle boards and necessary equipment to enjoy the pond. For participants under the age of 18, a parent must be present to sign a liability waiver before participating. Registration: Drop in
Find out more »98th Annual Collegiate Peaks Stamped Rodeo – 2019
The 98th Annual Collegiate Peaks Stampede Rodeo will be held on Saturday, June 8th – Sunday, June 9th, 2019 in Buena Vista, Colorado. This Buena Vista rodeo is held at Rodeo Grounds. Come out for Rodeo Week in Colorado for seven days of fun at the Collegiate Peaks Stampede Rodeo! Horseback riding, shooting sports, fishing, hiking, children's events and much more will take place before the annual Buena Vista Collegiate Peaks Rodeo on Saturday! Tickets: Adults $15/$12 pre-sale Youth (6-12 y/o) $10/$8…
Find out more »AHRA Junior Rangers – 2019
WHO: Kids ages 5 – 11 are invited WHAT: Join the fun and excitement this summer with the Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Junior Rangers Program! WHY: Because it is awesome to live life outdoors in Colorado! HOW: Kids 5-11 are invited to show up ready for adventure. Be ready to get dirty, wet and messy! Our park naturalist will guide you to exploration, discovery and fun! WHERE / WHEN: BUENA VISTA: …
Find out more »Learn to Swim at Mt Princeton!
Join us this summer to learn to swim in natural hot springs pools. All our instructors are American Red Cross certified, they have great experience and they loooove teaching. Check out more details here: http://mtprinceton.com/learn-to-swim
Find out more »GARNA Nature’s Explorers Camp in Buena Vista 2019
Join us for Nature’s Explorers, a summer in nature with hands-on activities, games, art, journaling, and of course, exploring! We will meet outside the Buena Vista Community Center each week and take a Chaffee Shuttle bus to our field trip locations. Ages: Rising Kindergartners – Rising 3rd Graders Meeting Location: Buena Vista Community Center (715 East Main Street, Buena Vista, CO – See Map) Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM 3 Session Series on Mondays: June 17 – Session 1: River Creatures @ the Rocky Mountain Outdoor…
Find out more »Full Moon Yoga
Join us for the Full Moon Water Yoga every month at Mt. Princeton. Connect with nature and relax in natural hot springs. After the class stay and soak until closing.
Find out more »Adventure Camp 2019
Ages: 5-12 Session 1: June 24-27, Mon-Thurs, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm Session 2: July 29-Aug 1, Mon-Thurs, 1:00 pm-4:00 pm Spend the afternoons with BV REC and experience cool activities- some new and some all-time favorites. We have lots of fun in store this summer: sports, hikes, crafts, exploration, field trips, and everything leads to a new adventure. Meet at the Community Center at 1pm for an afternoon full of fun! Maximum of 12 participants per session so early registration is…
Find out more »Water Yoga under the stars
Join us for this amazing event, which is a blend of yoga, natural hot springs, and good live music. After the class stay and soak until closing.
Find out more »Water Yoga under the stars
Join us for this amazing event, which is a blend of yoga, natural hot springs, and good live music. After the class stay and soak until closing.
Find out more »July 2019
Independence Day – Freedom 5k
The Buena Vista High School Cross Country team is hosting their annual Freedom 5k! It’s a fun course on a beautiful day, invite your friends and family who are in town over the 4th of July and get signed up today for early registration prices and a free t-shirt!! REGISTRATION: www.getmeregistered.com/independenceday5k Early-bird price: $25 (Through June 30th) *guarantees free t-shirt! Regular price: $30 (July 1st – July 3rd @ 1:59a.m.) Day of price: $35 SCHEDULE: Packet pickup starts at 7:30a.m. and…
Find out more »Noah’s Ark Adventures – Adventure Park 2019
Ages: 7+ Cost: $40 for each adventure With ziplines, high rope bridges, a giant swing and much more, the Browns Canyon Adventure Park is the perfect addition to your Colorado vacation! You can experience the thrill right here in Colorado at Noah's Ark. The entire park overlooks Browns Canyon National Monument. The Park offers 4 Courses and 2 High Adrenaline Challenges, including 66 unique obstacles and 7 ziplines! Courses range from introductory level elements to "blue" and "black" features designed…
Find out more »Noah’s Ark Adventures – Rafting Trip 2019
Ages: 7+ Cost: $40 for each adventure Browns Canyon is Colorado's #1 whitewater rafting trip! Launch from our convenient riverfront location for more river time, less shuttle time! Paddle 10 miles of Colorado's Arkansas River through BROWNS CANYON NATIONAL MONUMENT and experience the fun and excitement of rafting several Class III-III+ whitewater rapids such as Pinball, Zoom Flume, and Raft Ripper. Check in and put in at Noah's Ark and enjoy rafting the Arkansas River's rapids for approximately 2-3 hours…
Find out more »Noah’s Ark Adventures – Rock Climbing 2019
Ages: 7+ Cost: $40 for each adventure Experience natural rock walls and real cliffs on a Noah's half day rock climbing and rappelling trip! Enjoy 3 hours of classic Colorado rock climbing and rappelling at our outdoor sites - all located within minutes of Buena Vista and the Noah's Ark riverfront property. This trip is a perfect option for your family or group! Combine rock climbing with Browns Canyon rafting and other activities for the perfect adventure! Must wear long…
Find out more »September 2019
14er Fest 2019
14er Fest is a multi-sport mountain festival, featuring Off-Roading, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Fly Fishing, and Trail Running in Buena Vista, Colorado. Join us for trail events, clinics, festival camping, live music, local libations and amazing vendors, September 27th – September 29th. At the heart of the festival you’ll find that 14er Fest seeks to join together a wide variety of trail users, including both motorized and non-motorized trail enthusiasts. Our vision is to create a platform where all trail groups can recreate together and work together…
Find out more »October 2019
Wilderness First Aid & Remote Care
A FOUNDATION OF FIRST AID PRINCIPLES AND SKILLS Learn how to respond to emergencies and give care in areas that do not have immediate emergency medical services (EMS) response. Topics covered will range from dealing with trauma, medical and environmental emergencies in a remote location as well as calling for help and evacuation considerations. The American Red Cross CPR and AED certificate is also included in this course. LEARNING OUTCOMES Assessing & Handling Medical Emergencies & Trauma Stabilizing Patients Techniques…
Find out more »February 2020
AIARE Avalanche Rescue – BVMA
AIARE Avalanche Rescue - Buena Vista Mountain Adventures COMPANION RESCUE Avalanche Rescue is a one day stand alone course that is intended to be retaken on a regular basis in order to keep abreast of best practices in rescue techniques and gear. New participants will learn the basics of companion rescue, while return participants will expand their skill set with advanced topics and realistic scenario practice to help improve their skills after the course. Each participant will have the…
Find out more »March 2020
AIARE Level 1
DECISION MAKING IN AVALANCHE TERRAIN Designed Specifically For Anyone, Who Wants To Recreate In Or Near Avalanche Terrain, Regardless Of Method Of Travel Students can expect to develop a good grounding in how to prepare for and carry out a backcountry trip, to understand basic decision making while in the field, and to learn avalanche rescue techniques if an avalanche occurs and someone is buried. Learn more here: www.bvmountainadventures.com/avalanche-education#AIARE-1 $445 person/course
Find out more »Youth Cross Country Ski League 2020
Grades: K-12 $70/participant Join experienced instructors from Buena Vista Mountain Adventures for the Youth Ski League! Whether you're new to the idea, or an experienced skier, come and join the fun of Cross Country Skiing! Gear Rental is available for an additional $15, in a limited supply. Gear Checkout Day will be held on Friday, January 17 from 3:30-5:00pm at the Community Center. The Youth Ski League Banquet will be held at the Community Center after the last day of…
Find out more »Group Backcountry Skiing & Splitboarding Tour
BACKCOUNTRY SKIING & SPLITBOARDING DITCH THE LIFT LINES, SKI THE FRESH LINES Our group tour is an excellent opportunity to learn from BVMA's American Avalanche Association and AIARE certified instructors; while traveling with friends (old and new)! This day adventure is all about having fun and staying safe backcountry skiing and splitboaring. Learn and practice, planning and executing a backcountry tour, get tips and tricks for efficient uphill and downhill travel, as well as, basic avalanche awareness. TRIP DETAILS www.bvmountainadventures.com/skiing-splitboarding/#group-tour
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