Wow. What a great group of volunteers who came to be part of the RMMC ministry this Labor Day weekend. Appreciated the interest with participants even on the waitlist! Together, we completed many projects from a busy summer to preparing for the coming winter.

Thanks to everyone (e.g. instructors, students, staff) who helped create a community of good fellowship, music made Colorado Roots Music Camp II a was blessed again with great people making great music. Thanks to our students, instructors, staff and volunteers for the week.

Family Camps continue to be a highlight of the summer camping season Here at Rocky Mountain. From children to parents to grandparents, participants of all ages can join in the activities of the day, break bread around the table and take in the morning devotion and evening campfire worship. We were glad to have Dave Foncannon (and Brenda) join us as camp pastor for Family Camp I and Brett Klingenberg (and family) join us for Family Camp II. Summer staff offered childcare, recreation and arts and crafts activities along with support roles of foodservice, housekeeping and maintenance.

Camp has received many helpful improvements and assistance with programs from our wonderful volunteers!

This summer we have already had two volunteer groups and numerous individuals come to support the work and ministry of RMMC. There are lots of projects large and small that help improve and maintain buildings and grounds at camp.
A big effort this summer included the removal and clearing of trees that fell on trails or places that are difficult to access. Both the Inman cross-country team & Hicksville Mennonite church youth helped to clear various parts of camp.

The Inman group helped with trail maintenance on Old Baldy, installation of new benches around the pond and boys’ side, weeding Bobcat Hill, and removing the tube run bridge for the summer. They got to practice some old school techniques using a two-person saw to cut through downed trees covering the trail!

We have wrapped up our summer Resident Camps!!

Thank you to all the parents and campers who make the summer season possible AND so much fun. We love seeing faces new and old as we gather in the mountains to enjoy all that camp has to offer. Each week allowed campers to grow and learn more about themselves, community, friendship and God.
Many campers express that it’s not just about the fun activities and games, but rather the connections made through sharing the experience together. One camper said the hike destinations are cool, but they enjoy the hike up and down more because they get a chance to connect with peers and staff. As campers navigate their week at camp they are able to push themselves to try new things with the support of our staff.

What our Campers have to say about their experience!

Overall experience:

“11/10 I love it here more than I will ever be able to put into words.” – Sr High Camper

“RMMC was so much fun, It’s what I look forward to every year and for a good reason” – 8&9 Camper

“It was a great place to make friends and do all sorts of fun hikes” – 6&7 Camper

Favorite Activity: 

“My favorite activity was all the rec games, worship, talent show, and tubing (Sorry it was hard to choose one)” – 8&9 Camper

About the worship time: 

“The worship team did so good all week, and I looked forward to chapel every day” – Sr High Camper

About Cabin Devotions: 

“It was fun to learn about everybody in their own ways” – 8&9 Camper

“Very deep, meaningful, and let us learn about each other” – Sr High Camper

The food: 

“1000/10″,”✨chef’s kiss✨”, “Very good food and Salad bar” – 8&9 Camper

The Summer Staff are here! Our staff have been practicing their skills in preparation for the first week of Summer Camp. To prepare for campers, staff get trained on technical skills as well as soft skills to be able to best serve our campers and their families.

Technical Training
The fun times at camp start with safety! Staff are trained in the following to ensure that all participants’ safety:

• CPR 
• First Aid
• Standard precautions
• Wilderness First Aid
• Medication Administration
• Rock Climbing & Rappelling

Our first summer program is in full swing! This year’s Colorado Roots Music Camp has 89 students and instructors making good music and community. Hard to believe we’re celebrating the 20th year of Colorado Roots Music Camp. It doesn’t seem that long ago when Charlie Hall, and Marianne Danehy came to visit camp looking for a space and place to host a music camp.

Rocky Mountain is privileged to carry on the great tradition that Charlie started as a part of the ministry offerings.