The Experience
Top Ridge BASIC is an outdoor camping experience hosted on an 80 acre ranch in the San Juan Mountains of Southwestern Colorado. We feel that focusing on smaller groups (about 6 men), keeps the BASIC experience a little more personal. Housing is shared space in a 20' canvas bell tent. The Wild at Heart video sessions and meals are held in a separate 10 x 20 tent with folding chairs and tables. Cots, camp toilets, hot water camping showers and running water are also provided along with all meals. Please take note that the ranch is at 7,500' elevation; so, if you are accustomed to lower elevations, it could take some adjusting. If you have any concerns about this, please let us know.
The ranch is very secluded. It's about a 45 minute drive to town or any medical facilities. However, that also provides the opportunity to remain completely unplugged from the busy world. Night skies are filled with stars and daytime provides incredible views of the San Juan Mountains.
The ranch is very secluded. It's about a 45 minute drive to town or any medical facilities. However, that also provides the opportunity to remain completely unplugged from the busy world. Night skies are filled with stars and daytime provides incredible views of the San Juan Mountains.
View of the San Juan Mountains from the ranch
Logistics
NO COSTTHERE IS NO COST FOR THE BOOTCAMP Bootcamp is free. It would be awesome if you would consider making a $100 donation to our non-profit ministry to help offset the cost of meals, drinks and snacks provided. We also provide the main tent for camping as well as cots. We think you'll find that the shared lodging enhances the bonding amongst the BASIC “Band of Brothers”. We think of providing all of the BASICs as a form of tithing. We pour into this ministry because a) it works!, and b) we are doing God's work. No catch...we feel this message is important and this is how we do our part. |
PACKINGWHAT TO BRING: We'll provide the BASICs! The list below contains items you should bring. Please note; we do not currently have the ability to provide power for CPAP type machines so consider that when deciding whether or not to register. Also, since were in the mountains and the weather can change rapidly please pack appropriate clothing including rain gear. We recommend boots (close-toed shoes at a minimum) for hiking / walking the property (see Area Information for more details). Please bring your own:
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WHAT ELSE?OPTIONAL ITEMS: If you would like to participate in any optional activities while you are here (especially if you extend your stay in the local area), you will need to bring any additional equipment/gear/clothing required. Please feel free to call us with any questions you may have. |
To help get a sense of what the camp is like, here are some photos of the set up. We get that it might be difficult to picture what you're signing up for. Hopefully these help in your decision/preparation. Feel free to call with any questions...
