Colorado Adventure Retreats

Women’s Adventure Retreat July 22-27, 2025

AEI Base Camp, Almont, Colorado

Ready to ignite your spirit and deepen your connection? Join us for an unforgettable women’s adventure retreat nestled in the breathtaking Colorado landscape! This isn’t just a getaway; it’s an invitation to step outside your comfort zone with exhilarating activities like hiking through stunning trails, gliding across pristine waters in kayaks, and challenging yourself on rock climbing walls and our team and high ropes courses. But beyond the thrill, you’ll discover a space to connect deeply with Jesus and fellow adventurers, fostering bonds that uplift and inspire. Prepare to be filled with wonder and awe as you encounter God’s creation and your own incredible strength. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or trying something brand new, all women are welcome to embrace their inner adventurer and embark on this transformative journey.

We will be hosted by AEI Base Camp near Almont, CO, where we’ll spend five nights in cabins enjoying the amenities of AEI and guided in each mountain adventure by expert AEI Wilderness Guides and insightful Heartland leaders. Visit aeibasecamp.com to catch a glimpse of the adventure that awaits!

A $200 deposit will hold your spot. Space is limited to 15 people, so sign up early! Trip cost is $875 (all-inclusive except for spending money).

If you are interested in participating but need financial assistance, please email Lisa Zulke.

Men’s Adventure Retreat July 31-August 4, 2025

AEI Base Camp, Almont, Colorado

Ready for an unforgettable escape, guys? Picture this: four nights immersed in the majestic Colorado Rockies from July 31st to August 4th, 2025. The Men’s Colorado Adventure Trip offers a chance to break away and dive into thrilling outdoor adventures, from whitewater rafting to backpacking under the stars, all while forging deeper connections with fellow men and strengthening your spiritual walk. For just $825 (all-inclusive except for spending money), you’ll experience the rugged beauty of the AEI Basecamp near Almont, Colorado, with comfortable cabin stays and a night of mountain camping, guided by expert AEI Wilderness Guides and insightful Heartland leaders. Visit aeibasecamp.com to catch a glimpse of the adventure that awaits!

A $200 deposit will hold your spot. Space is limited to 15 people, so sign up early! The total trip cost is $825 and must be paid in full by June 22.

If you are interested in participating but need financial assistance, please email Brad Herndon.

COMPLETE HEARTLAND WAIVER

My first trip to Colorado was better than I could have ever imagined. I was surrounded by encouraging, awesome women for the whole trip. The camp staff, especially our guides, were top-notch. I experienced so many new things, and during it all, I grew closer to God in his beautiful creation. I couldn’t wait to return the following year, and now I can’t imagine the trip not being part of my summer plans.

Heather Turner

The mountains always right-size me, and the friendships I’ve made at this retreat have grown over the years to be my closest people. Jesus has a way of sneaking up on me in the mountains, and giving me a renewed sense of connection to him and my purpose in life.

Lisa Zulke

Frequent questions

Women: July 22 – 27, 2024 (Cost = $875/5 nights)

Men: July 30 – August 4, 2024 (Cost = $825/4 nights)

For questions about the women’s retreat, contact lisaz@heartlandchurch.org.

For questions about the men’s retreat, contact bradh@heartlandchurch.org.

AEI Base Camp, 2 Illinois Creek Road, Almont, CO 81210

(970) 641-4708

www.aeibasecamp.com

AEI Base Camp provides our wilderness guides, housing, meals, and technical gear and coaching. We will be staying at base camp and exploring the mountain ranges in the Gunnison National Forest and Taylor Park Reservoir area.

We will be departing in a van from Heartland to AEI Base Camp. We will plan several stops along the way, but will keep our stop time to a minimum so we can arrive at Base Camp for dinner! The van will have a cooler to hold your preferred lunch. (If you leave a car at Heartland while we are gone, we will park in the main lot on the North side of the building in front of the staff doors, in view of security cameras.)

AEI provides our meals and the food is spectacular! Remember that they aren’t in a big city and do not have vending machines. If you have favorite snack foods, protein bars, or non-alcoholic beverages, please bring them! We are each responsible for our trail snacks while hiking. If your trip is heading out to camp on the mountain, your guides will prepare meals to eat fireside.