A Day in the Life

9:00 - 9:15am

Music Circle

This is a well-planned activity during which campers are challenged in the way they are “seated” in group, how they “hold” instruments and interact with each other. 1:1 support ensures full participation.

9:15 - 9:45am

Speech Therapy

The camper’s communication goals are worked on through play therapy.

9:45 - 10:15am

Occupational Therapy

Fine motor as well as sensory needs are addressed.

10:15 - 10:30am

Snack Time

The PT decides seating, the OT works on opening containers, etc., and Speech encourages socialization, as in any mealtime activity.

10:30 - 11:00am

Music Therapy

Through instrument play and movement, the MT incorporates all goals through musical involvement to enhance gross and fine motor skills, as well as communication and social-emotional development.

11:00 - 11:45am

Physical Therapy

With a separate Motor Room in which to spread out, each camper's core, balance, coordination and endurance are challenged.

11:45 - 12:00pm

Closing Circle

Similar to Opening Circle, campers recap their day, highlighting their successes in a musical format.

8:30 - 9:00am

Music Circle

Campers are challenged in every conceivable manner, from the way they are “seated” in group, to how they “hold” instruments and interact with their peers. 1:1 support ensures full participation, while teaching focus on the Music Therapist.

9:00 - 9:30am

Occupational Therapy

Campers are met where they are with fine motor, sensory needs and activities of daily living, and then challenged to move to the next level in a structured, supportive play environment.

9:30 - 10:15pm

Speech Therapy

Whether the camper is verbal or non-verbal, each child is tasked to expand upon their system to improve their overall communication competence. A child’s current system is reinforced, while new systems might be investigated.

10:15 - 10:30am

Snack Time

Therapy continues with mealtimes. Posture, stability, fine motor abilities, appropriate requesting and socialization are emphasized.

10:30 - 11:15am

Physical Therapy

With two separate Motor Rooms containing stairs, swings, balance beams and more, supported activities are designed to challenge every aspect of campers gross motor needs: core, balance, coordination, stabilization and endurance.

11:15 - 12:15pm

Art Therapy

Shaving cream, paint and clay, Oh My! The Art Therapist will help each camper improve their ability to self-soothe, self-regulate, and benefit from multi-sensory approaches to learning.

12:00 - 12:30pm

Lunch

With PT, OT, and Speech focus, mealtimes are great opportunities for campers to generalize the skills they learned during their individual therapy sessions.

12:30 - 1:15pm

Music Therapy

Through instrument play and movement, the MT incorporates all goals through musical involvement, enhancing gross and fine motor skills, communication and social-emotional development.

1:15 - 2:15pm

Outside Activity

Horseback riding or canoeing, wall climb, summer tubing hill or swimming.

2:15 - 2:30pm

Closing Activity

Campers might recap their day, highlighting their successes in a musical format, or they may move through an obstacle course to locate their backpack and leave for the day.

8:30 - 9:00am

Music Circle

Pathblazers receive 1:1 support to ensure full participation with focus on socialization. Campers are encouraged to share with either one or two peers, or the entire group. Expansion is promoted throughout the week.

9:00 - 9:30am

Partner Scavenger Hunt

Campers will be paired in groups of two or three and sent out with one list per group. They must work together to find their treasures.

9:30 - 10:15am

Group Activity

This might include an art project or a game where group participation is facilitated by 1:1 therapist support. 

10:15 - 10:30am

Snack

Increased expectations for independent management of personal belongings and snack prep with fading support as the week progresses. 

10:30 - 11:30am

Canoeing

Campers will be paired together to assist one another with rowing as well as socialization opportunities. 

11:30 - 12:15pm

Hike

No man left behind! Campers are encouraged to stay together as a group. Conversations between campers is facilitated by therapists. 

12:15 - 12:45pm

Lunch

“I like ham and cheese too!” Just a longer version of Snack – same expectations.

12:45 - 1:45pm

Make Cookies & Clean-Up

One recipe is shared between campers to continue promoting cooperation, working together and sharing. Partner clean-up tasks are assigned with 1:1 support from therapists.

1:45 - 2:15pm

Gross Motor Partner Obstacle Course

It might be a three-legged race or maybe a balance beam. In any event, campers will work together to make it to the end of this fun challenge.

2:15 - 2:30pm

Closing

And that's a wrap! Team ends their day recapping challenges and successes. 

8:30 - 9:00am

Pack Van/Travel to Activity Site

Campers meet at the Therapists Cabin, pack their gear into the van, and off they go on their day’s adventure

9:00 - 10:00am

Therapeutic Horseback Riding

Our partners, the National Sports Center for the Disabled, assist our riders through this impactful activity. The primary goal of therapeutic riding is to learn riding and horsemanship skills. However, as the movement of the horse is inherently therapeutic, riders frequently enjoy secondary benefits such as increased postural control, balance, strength and speech.

10:00 - 10:30am

Snack

Independence is the focus. Sufficient time is provided for campers to retrieve and set up their own snacks with fading support and cueing as the week moves on.

10:45 - 11:45am

Zip Line

Flying through the air with the greatest of ease…well almost. Perhaps one of the more challenging activities, camper’s self-esteem soars afterward as much as they do!

12:00 - 12:30pm

Lunch

Same as snack, but an even longer time to work on these important independence, fine motor and communication goals.

12:30 - 2:00pm

Low Ropes Obstacle Course/ Teambuilder

Supported physically and emotionally through this course, teamwork, social interaction and peer encouragement are highlighted.

2:00 - 2:30pm

Pack Van/ Return to Cabin

Managing belongings is a focus for Trailblazers. Campers are encouraged to survey the area for their gear and get it packed and into the van. Parents meet campers either at the last activity site or back at the cabin.

8:00 - 9:30am

Make Breakfast, Clean-Up, Prep for Day

Start the day with a large portion of independence and a side of responsibility. The “Set-Up Crew” helps prepare the meal, with the “Clean-Up Crew” making sure the kitchen and dining area are ship-shape and ready to start the day.

9:30 - 10:00am

Travel to Grand Lake

Vans are used for all transportation needs.

10:00 - 12:00pm

Canoe, Kayak, Paddle Boarding on Shadow Lake

With the assistance of NSCD, campers are challenged to independently maneuver various water sports and equipment.

12:00 - 12:30pm

Lunch

As with all our teams, independence is promoted. Campers are met where their individual skillset exists and then challenged to increase their personal best. Sufficient time is always provided, so campers can spend as much time as they need to complete tasks of daily living on their own.

12:45 - 1:45pm

Go-Karts & Bumper Cars

Campers ride next to a staff member around a fun track, seeing who the ultimate winner will be. Campers are given the chance to ride the bumper cars on their own in a protected area.

2:00 - 3:30pm

Hike Adam’s Falls

One of the prettiest hikes in Grand County, the falls themselves are breathtaking. A hike worth the effort!

3:30 - 4:00pm

Van Ride Back to Snow Mountain Ranch

4:00 - 5:30pm

Set Up Tents

Adequate time, instruction, and support are provided for campers to put up three tents that will house the team for the night. Overwhelming pride is felt once these campers see what they’ve achieved!

5:30 - 6:00pm

Down Time (Rest/Group Game)

6:00 - 7:00pm

Cook Dinner on Campfire

After the staff builds the fire, campers roast hot dogs, warm baked beans, and enjoy a true campout dinner.

7:00 - 8:00pm

S’mores & Clean-Up

What’s a campfire with out S’mores? Gluten and dairy free options also are available.

8:00 - 9:00pm

Bedtime Prep

9:00pm

Lights Out

8:00 - 9:00am

Opening Circle/Gathering Time (Load Car Seats into Vans)

9:00 - 10:00am

Trike Park

10:15 - 10:30am

 Snack

10:30 - 11:30am

Meadow Walk with Butterfly Nets

11:30 - 12:15pm

Arts & Crafts

12:15 - 12:45pm

Lunch

12:45 - 1:45pm

Rest/Nap Time (if needed; Otherwise Play Time)

1:45 - 2:45pm

 Canoeing/Fishing

2:45 - 3:00pm

Wrap-Up

8:00 - 9:00am

Group Discussion Circle

Campers participate in discussions around what is special about themselves and what makes their families special. These themes are revisited throughout the week in a non-threatening, encouraging manner.

9:00 - 10:00am

Outdoor Wall Climb

10:15 - 10:30am

Snack

10:30 - 11:30am

Miniature Golf

11:30 - 12:15pm

Archery

12:15 - 12:45pm

Lunch

12:45 - 1:45pm

Arts & Crafts

1:45 - 2:45pm

Fishing/Canoeing

2:45 - 3:00pm

Wrap-Up

8:00 - 9:00am

Group Discussion Circle

Campers participate in discussions around what is special about themselves, and what makes their families special and possibly unique. These themes are revisited throughout the week in a non-threatening, encouraging manner.

9:00 - 10:00am

Zip Line

10:15 - 10:30am

Snack

10:30 - 12:00pm

High Ropes Teambuilder Course

12:15 - 12:45pm

Lunch

12:45 - 1:45pm

Homestead Tour & Make Walking Sticks

1:45 - 2:45pm

Waterfall Hike

2:45pm

Wrap-Up

7:30 - 8:30am

Breakfast

Campers eat breakfast in their cabins and prepare for the day before discussing the activity schedule.

9:00 - 10:15am

Hiking

This interactive experience allows campers to get in touch with nature while taking in all of the sights and sounds of the outdoors. Hiking includes beautiful waterfalls for photo opportunities.

10:30 - 12:00pm

Lake Fun

After donning proper safety attire and attending a short safety brief, campers board rafts, canoes and other stable floatation devices and paddle around Grand Lake.

11:15 - 12:15pm

Arts and Crafts

These creations are based around the theme of the trip. Campers can take them home to present to parents and caregivers as a special thank you for a great new experience.

12:30 - 1:30pm

Lunch

This lunch is a true picnic! Campers gather at tables outside, under cover, and get their nourishment as they prepare for the second half of the day.

1:45 - 2:45pm

Go Karting

This tandem ride with staff is full of twists, turns and so many laughs as campers ride on a track made for go-karts.

3:00 - 4:00pm

Shopping

The town of Grand Lake provides many shops for campers to buy trinkets and keepsakes, while they learn to budget in their scoop of ice cream.

5:00 - 6:00pm

Dinner

Once the campers arrive back at the YMCA of the Rockies, they get together for a well-deserved supper.

6:30 - 8:00pm

Concert

After dinner, campers attend a concert put on for the public in Winter Park, where they can express themselves through song and dance.

7:30 - 8:30am

Breakfast

Campers eat breakfast in their cabins and prepare for the day before discussing the activity schedule.

9:00 - 11:00am

Group Activities

Campers engage in team building activities, learning new skills that they will find useful as they embark on the excursions.

11:15 - 12:15pm

Arts and Crafts

These creations are based around the theme of the trip. Campers can take them home to present to parents and caregivers as a special thank you for a great new experience.

12:30 - 1:30pm

Lunch

In the Master Cabin, campers gather and feast in preparation for the main event.

2:00 - 5:30pm

Tours and Adventures

Whether touring majestic Moab, hiking through Yellowstone or hopping on the mountainous Sand Dunes, your camper will experience a true adventure!

5:00 - 6:30pm

Dinner

Once the campers arrive back at the cabin, food will be hot and ready to eat.

7:00 - 9:00pm

Dance

Campers come together to dance the night away while listening to clean hits and socializing with friends!

7:30 - 8:30am

Breakfast

Campers eat breakfast in their cabins and prepare for the day before discussing the activity schedule.

9:00 - 11:00am

Team building Activities

These unique games and adventures are specifically designed to push the limits of team building and encouragement for all campers.

11:15 - 12:15pm

Small Groups and Individual Activities

Campers tap into their creative side, crafting toys or pieces of art that they can bring home for lasting memories.

12:30 - 1:30pm

Lunch

In the Master Cabin, campers gather and feast in preparation for the main event.

2:00 - 5:30pm

Tours

Whether it’s a tree house adventure, a big show at a comfortable venue, or a visit to a theme park, your camper will have the experience of a lifetime!

5:00 - 6:30pm

Dinner

Once the campers arrive back at the cabin, food will be hot and ready to eat.

7:00 - 9:00pm

Movie Night

Campers gather in front of the big screen with popcorn and S'mores while they watch a movie based on the theme of the trip.