Our Wilderness Survival Training teaches essential skills for staying safe in the backcountry. Whether you’re planning a multi-day expedition or a single-day hike, you'll learn how to find warmth, shelter, food, and water in the event of an emergency, along with basic navigation skills without relying on technology.
Guided by experts with vast experience in harsh conditions, you’ll learn how to build shelters, start fires, find unconventional water sources, and perform basic first aid. Our instructors, with backgrounds in military and mountain search & rescue, will also cover expedition management, effective communication, and how to use the natural landscape to stay safe.
This 6-8 hour course prepares you for survival in extreme conditions, from cold to heat, and teaches you the necessary skills for various outdoor activities, including backpacking, climbing, and rafting.

This five-day program over five weeks covers everything a new outdoor climber needs to know to be self-sufficient and minimize risk. Topics include sport climbing equipment, knots, belaying, anchor building, lead climbing, rappelling, and climbing movement. The multi-week structure allows for in-depth discussions and real-world practice at beginner-friendly locations like Clear Creek Canyon, Boulder Canyon, and North Table Mountain.

The Advanced Climbing Skills program is a six-week course, with one full day of instruction each week, focused on building confidence in multipitch trad climbing. Topics include gear placements, anchors, multipitch techniques, rappelling, rock rescue, and efficiency. This program combines in-depth discussions and field practice to ensure students feel confident applying these skills in real-world situations.

Customized Rock Climbing Development training ranging from 1-7+ days. Work with one of our AMGA professional guides to develop your outdoor Rock Climbing Skills. Receive targeted and customized training to meet your climbing goals.

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Customized Mountaineering Development training ranging from 1-7+ days. Work with one of our AMGA professional guides to develop Mountaineering Skills.

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Our Colorado River Guide Training is a two-week intensive program for river rafting enthusiasts and aspiring whitewater professionals. Upon completion, you'll meet all requirements for Colorado Raft Guide certification, with just a 1-day client trip needed to finalize.

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Our Fly Fishing Guide Training is a 3-day course designed for novice to advanced anglers looking to improve their skills or pursue a career as a professional fly-fishing guide. This course offers in-depth education, hands-on experience, and mentorship in various fly-fishing techniques and river safety.
Upon completion, graduates are encouraged to apply for a fly-fishing guide position with Colorado Wilderness Rides and Guides.

Customized Backcountry Skiing Development training ranging from 1-7+ days. Work with one of our AMGA professional guides to develop your backcountry skiing skills.

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AIARE's avalanche training courses (Level 1 & 2) teach essential decision-making skills for safe winter travel and avalanche hazard management.

Our activities, games, and group adventures were born out of requests from our corporate, non-profit clients, and professional athletes; and have been carefully designed from the extensive knowledge base of our expert professional staff.