Outdoor Recreation
Outdoor Recreation programs strive to be a community leader in providing access to our area’s variety of outdoor opportunities. To do so, we offer three unique program buckets – knowledge, skills, and leisure. Within these buckets, we have teen, adult, and family programs that are designed to educate and inspire participants to connect with themselves, one another, and the outdoors.
Locations and dates are highly dependent on weather conditions. Please see below for updated 2024 session information.
Questions? Contact us at OutdoorRec@MountainRec.org
Explore rock climbing programs and opportunities by visiting our Rock Climbing for Adults and Rock Climbing For Youth pages.
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2025 Programs
- NOLS Wilderness First AidJune 14 & 15 | Gypsum
The NOLS WFA course is a two-day, hands-on training that covers essential skills, including patient assessment, environmental emergencies, wound management, and more. Through realistic scenarios and expert instruction, you’ll gain the confidence to handle injuries and illnesses far from immediate medical help. Ideal for campers, hikers, guides, and first responders, this certification will equip you with the practical knowledge needed to make sound decisions under challenging conditions.
Date: June 14 & 15
Location: Gypsum Rec Center
Ages: 16+
Price: $375 - VVMTA Soul Dirt Women's Beginner Mountain Bike RideJun 10-24 | Eagle
Mountain Recreation is proud to partner with the Vail Valley Mountain Trail Alliance (VVMTA)’s Soul Dirt to bring you an all women’s mountain bike group ride for beginners. Develop riding skills, build confidence and make new friends during this three-part series. Mountain bikes and helmets are available to borrow for the program, however, please bring your own equipment if you are able. Post-ride refreshments provided. 18+.
Date: Tuesdays, June 10, 17 & 24
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Eagle Pool & Ice Rink
Ages: 18+
Price: $0.00 - Half Day Mountain Bike Camp (Ages 8-13)July 14-17 | Eagle
Have an older kid who has been wanting to get into mountain biking? Sign them up for Mountain Recreation’s Mountain Bike Camp where over 4 half-days they will learn safe riding techniques, basic trail etiquette, and how to take care of their bike while they ride with their group on singletrack and dirt pathways around Eagle. Concepts of trail stewardship, nature appreciation, and what it means to be part of the mountain bike community will be explored during each session. Group rides will focus on friendship, fun, and the cultivation of an appreciation and understanding of being good trail stewards. Campers should be able to ride their bike confidently and without significant fatigue after 1-3 miles. Please provide your own bike or we have a small number of bikes to rent out for the week on a first-come, first-served basis.
Date: July 14-17
Time: 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: Eagle Pool & Ice Rink
Ages: 8-13
Price: $195 - VVMTA Soul Dirt Women's Progression Mountain Bike RideJul 8-22 | Eagle
Are you interested in taking your skill level from beginner to intermediate but not sure how? Mountain Recreation is proud to partner with the Vail Valley Mountain Trail Alliance (VVMTA)’s Soul Dirt to bring you an all women’s mountain bike group. Meet new trail buddies and build community in this three-part series designed to improve your ride skills and advance you to the next level. You’ll tackle moderately technical terrain, gain comfortability on switchbacks, and sharpen other ride skills. Mountain bikes and helmets are available to borrow for the program, however, please bring your own equipment if you are able. Post-ride refreshments provided. 18+.
Date: Tuesdays, July 8, 15 & 22
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Eagle Pool & Ice Rink
Ages: 18+
Price: $0.00 - VVMTA Soul Dirt Women's Intermediate Mountain Bike RideJul 29-Aug 12 | Eagle
Mountain Recreation is proud to partner with the Vail Valley Mountain Trail Alliance (VVMTA)’s Soul Dirt to bring you an all women’s mountain bike group ride for intermediate riders. Conquer moderately technical terrain, grow confidence and forge relationships with your fellow riders. Mountain bikes and helmets are available to borrow for the program, however, please bring your own equipment if you are able. Post ride refreshments provided. 18+.
Date: Tuesdays, July 29, August 5 & 12
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Eagle Pool & Ice Rink
Ages: 18+
Price: $0.00 - Full Day Progressing Past Intro Mountain Biking (Ages 8-13)August 4-7 | Eagle
Mountain Recreation invites seasoned young riders (8- 13yo) to join us for 4 full days of Mountain Bike Camp. Mornings will be spent on skill development and longer rides. Afternoons will be spent on a variety of fun activities, including swimming, bike maintenance lessons, group activities, and more. Concepts of trail stewardship, nature appreciation, and what it means to be part of the mountain bike community will be explored during each session. Campers should be able to ride their bike confidently and without significant fatigue after 1-3 miles. Please provide your own bike, or we have a limited number of bikes available for rent for the week on a first-come, first-served basis.
Date: August 4-7
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Eagle Pool & Ice Rink
Ages: 8-13
Price: $295