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Colorado & Utah: Canyons and Conservation

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Enter a world of red-rock spires and intricate canyons as we explore the critical environmental issues shaping the American West. Live the ultimate adventure with a 2-day rafting trip down the Arkansas River, delving into water rights and the geological history of these sacred lands. Volunteer at a wolf sanctuary to study the elusive Gray Wolf and learn about sustainable living practices rooted i...

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Program Highlights

Learn about the mysterious gray wolf while volunteering at a wolf sanctuary in the remote Colorado Mountains.

Examine water rights issues on a multi-day rafting trip through the Arkansas River’s famed Browns Canyon.

Immerse yourself in the paradise of 5 National Parks.

Visit Arches National Park and catch a sunset at the iconic Delicate Arch.

Learn about “America’s Greatest Idea”, the National Park System, and examine the increased use of public lands in the U.S.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Colorado, United States
Availability
Year(s) Offered2025
Cost Per Week$2000-$5000
Age Requirement:14-17
Types & Subjects:
  • Camping
  • Climbing
  • Geology
  • Hiking
  • Photography
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

1

Wonderful Experience, Highly Recommend

by: Susan Matthews - United StatesProgram: Colorado & Utah: Canyons and Conservation
10

My daughter had the most amazing time on the ARCC Colorado & Utah trip. She didn't know anything about either state before going and was therefore very pleasantly surprised by how much she loved both. It's inspired her to apply for a job that has her working outside, working with animals and/or a job that includes some manual labor. She's a phone addict like most high school kids and has never been camping in a tent for more than 2 nights. This showed her how much she was able to do beyond the normal camp site activities she's been exposed to. She now knows she can go white water rafting, take care of wolves, go without a shower for a night, step up when a friend needs her help on the trail, hike up to 14,000 feet (even though it was really hard), and much more. Her leaders were great -- let the kids be kids while also helping them grow into capable young adults. My daughter made some great new friends too from all over the US (and one from England). Can't say enough good things about this program.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Colorado, United States

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Camping
  • Climbing
  • Geology

Availability

Years Offered: 2025

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • Summer

Age Requirement

14-17

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Cost per week

$2000-$5000

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

  • High School Freshman (1st Year)
  • High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Letters of Reference

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