In-Person Summer Events
Join Us in the Mountains this Summer!
Exploring Wilderness within and without
Who's ready for some nature time??
In addition to our online Summer programming we're excited to be offering two camping trips this July, in Colorado and California. Boys and young men ages 11-19 are invited to join mentors from the Rooted Futures team for four days of hiking, games, stargazing, real conversation, and time around the campfire!
The human body, mind, and spirit evolved over thousands of years of sitting around the fire, telling stories, bathing in natural pools and rivers, looking up at the stars, foraging for medicine, communing with and learning from trees, plants, and wild beings. In today's high-tech world, it's easy to lose touch with the natural world, and these events are a chance to unplug from our devices and get back in touch with Nature's rhythms and our own wild selves.
Based on our outings in previous years we know that these will be memorable events, an opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new ones -- and have fun!
Our Offerings
Summer Campouts
We are thrilled to announce local, full-nature-immersive Campouts near several cities in the Summer of 2025! These intimate 4-day gatherings will promote digital detox, skill-building, emotional embodiment, community connection, play, and authentic self expression.
With activities varying from hiking, swimming, cooking, circling, fire-building, storytelling and more, we infuse all of our gatherings with the values and safety standards that allow for deeper trust, honesty and vulnerability.
Los Angeles
TUESDAY JULY 15 - FRIDAY JULY 18
EARLY BIRD $599
(Through July 1st: $799 after)
Location: Green Valley Lake Campground
Tucked between Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear Lake, Green Valley Lake is a serene mountain hideaway known as the “hidden gem” of the San Bernardino National Forest, nestled at 7200 feet.
With its sparkling alpine lake, miles of forested hiking trails, and cool summer temperatures, it’s the perfect escape for swimming, fishing, and stargazing.
Join a select group of young men and seasoned mentors for a truly unforgettable week of play, depth and deep connection with the wild nature of California's majestic mountains!
Lead Mentors: Brett Fleisher, Jerry Riverstone, and Ross Erickson (Wilderness First Aid Certified)
Open to Ages 11-19
Meals (prepared by the group) and transportation from the meeting place in Los Angeles are included
Limited Spots Available
Colorado
MONDAY JULY 28 - THURSDAY JULY 31
EARLY BIRD $699
(Through July 10th: $899 after)
Location: Meadows Group Campground
Two Hours from Denver and Colorado Springs, the group campground is located near Buffalo Creek and Wellington Lake.
Our time together will include fire councils, mountain hiking, authentic expression, fishing, games, digital detoxing, primitive skills building, and unstructured play.
Lead Mentors: Jason Blackowiak & Dustin Morby (Wilderness First Aid Certified)
Open to Ages 11-19
Meals and Transportation Included
Limited Spots Available
Pay It Forward
Help a young man connect with nature and community this summer by contributing to our scholarship fund for in-person campouts. Your tax-deductible donation can be made at the link below.
Scholarship Opportunities
Need financial support? Each summer excursion includes three half scholarships and one full scholarship. To apply, simply fill out the form below and a team member will follow up with you soon.
The Power of The Fire
Around the fire, we shed masks and speak from the gut, the smoke carrying our stories skyward like prayers. In its glow, hierarchy dissolves; no one sits above another. We become witnesses and brothers, letting the crackle of flame reveal what’s been buried, forgotten, or feared. The fire does not demand performance—it asks for presence. Here, boys can burn old versions of themselves and rise into men who are not just strong, but honest, listening, and lit from within.
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