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
- 101 Wednesday Series
Starting in January, join us for Outdoor Recreation’s 101 Wednesdays. These monthly classes will help you build confidence and skills for outdoor adventures. Join us one Wednesday a month to learn everything from navigation basics to wilderness cooking in a fun, hands-on setting! Pizza and drinks will be provided!
April: Trailside Mountain Bike Maintenance
When: April 16
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Where: Gypsum Rec Center
REGISTER HERE - Camping and Biking in FruitaApril 25-27
What’s all this talk about Fruita’s legendary bike trails? Join us and find out on our inaugural weekend of primitive camping and mountain bike sendiness. Looking to connect with other rad folks or curious how to plan a trip like this yourself? Interested in picking up mountain biking or upping your skills to the next level? Get ready for a weekend of fun on 18 Road’s trail systems and take these connections into your summer!
Mountain Rec will provide all food, transportation, camping equipment, and expertise. Contact us if you need to borrow a bike for the weekend.
Ages: 21+
Pre-Trip Meeting will take place Tuesday 4/22 from 6-7pm at the Edward Field House.
Date: April 25-27
Ages: 21+
Price: $85 - 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 - 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