Outdoor Recreation Center Events & Activities

September 2019

ADVENTURE

BIKE RIDES & END OF SUMMER PARTY AT FARISH!

BIKESANTA FE BIKE RIDE Tue., Sep. 10; Thu., Sep. 19; 5:30-8 p.m. Come for the ride, the fresh air, the exercise, meet people, discover the world of cycling or just enjoy a low cost family activity. This ride has something for everyone. Bike ride from Outdoor Rec. 15 miles south (downhill) down the Santa Fe trail to America the Beau-tiful Park. A van will be waiting to bring you back up. Space is limited. Ages: 12+. Cost is $5, kids under 16 are free but still need to sign up.

ASPEN & GLENWOOD SPRINGS OVERNIGHT BIKE RIDE FOR TWO Sat.-Sun., Sep. 14-15. Meet 8 a.m. on Sat, return around 7 p.m. Sun. We’ll drive to the beginning of Glenwood Canyon. From there you will ride through the beautiful 1300+ ft deep narrow canyon along the river to Glenwood springs (about 16 mi) to spend the night. Feel free to go explore the areas activities and we can shuttle you to the hot springs. Sunday, get up and drive to Aspen and then ride back to Glenwood Springs down the Rio Grande Trail (about 34 mi). Both routes are “slightly downhill” bike paths. Lodging is at “Quality Inn on the River”. Rent a bike for ½ price. Activity includes: transportation, lodging (2 queen beds, hot tub, pool, breakfast) and guide. Activity is limited to four couples, so sign up early. Cost: $295.

VAIL PASS TO BRECKENRIDGE Sat., Sep. 21; 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Start on Vail Pass, at 10,666 feet and descend hundreds of feet through Copper Mountain, cruise and traverse the forested Blue River Bikeway on your way into Breckenridge. This downhill trip is a total of 22 miles and follows a two-lane, paved path for its entirety. May be a great time to catch the changing leaves. Activity includes: transportation, guide, support and snack lunch. Ages: 12+. Cost: $45

ENGLEWOOD LOOP BIKE RIDE Sun., Sep 22; 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 31miles of Beautiful Bike path, 1243 feet total climbing (mostly over 4 hills). You may have seen part of this route driving on C-470 and thought “that looks like fun”, well that is the least fun part of this whole ride. The rest goes through beautiful wooded areas, follows creeks and next to and through golf courses. You should be comfortable riding at 10 – 15 mph, and able to ride 31 miles with hills. Guides will help you but there is no vehicle support. Please carry a repair kit with extra tubes that fit your bike. Activity includes: transportation, guide. Cost: $35.

SHELF ROAD BIKE RIDE Sat., Sep. 28; 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Meet at Outdoor Rec. Start-ing in Cripple Creek and ending in Canon City. Shelf Road drops 3,650 feet in elevation over its 25-mile route and does have a few small climbs. Half paved road and half dirt road, we’ll see historical points of interest, and with any luck, a few bighorn sheep and other wildlife. Activity includes: transpor-tation, guide, support and snack lunch. Note: this is a dirt road with vehicle support, not single track. Ages: 16+. Cost $35.

VAIL PASS TO KEYSTONE Sat., Oct 5t; 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Meet at Outdoor Rec. Start on Vail Pass, at 10,666 feet, descend hundreds of feet through Copper Mountain, down to Frisco, then follow the shore line around Dillon res. to Keystone. This downhill trip is a total of 30 miles and follows a two-lane, paved path for its entirety. May be a great time to catch the changing leaves. Activity includes: transportation, guide, support and snack lunch. Ages: 12+ Cost: $45.

Discounts good on scheduled trips only. Please let us know when you sign up that you are Air Force Active Duty, status must be verifiable to receive discount. Call 333-4475 to sign up!

R4R ELIGIBILTY: The Recharge for Resiliency initiative is directed specifically toward the Active Duty and Reserve members to include their families at each base. This means that retirees, civilians and foreign military are not eligible for these R4R discounted rates. Other branches of the US military are eligible if they are a part of an Air Force led joint-based scenario, or are permanently assigned to an Air Force base.

ONLY for AF Active Duty Personnel and their ID-Card dependents.SHELF ROAD BIKE RIDE Sat, Sep. 28. Cost: $15HOT AIR BALLOON Sat, Sep. 21. Cost: $50

BEGINNER ROCK CLIMBING Sat., Sep. 7, 28; 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Custom dates also available. Come out and learn the basic skills and techniques for this popular Colorado sport. Ages: 9+ (any minors must be accompanied by an adult). Activity includes: transportation, technical gear and a AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor/Rock Guide Cost: $70

NEW! PORTABLE CLIMBING TOWER Call to schedule a climbing tower program at our FamCamp this summer! A great activity to pair with a squadron event, BBQ or party on grounds. Our portable climbing tower can accommodate up to 4 climbers at a time, is 35ft tall, and comes with all the staff and equipment necessary. Schedule a 4 hour day or a 6 hour day and get all of your guests up the tower and have some fun! Call for available dates. Cost: $500 for 4 hours, $700 for 6 hours. Ages: 7+ to climb the tower and min. weight of 50 lbs. Call 719-333-2940.

MULTI-PITCH AND ADVANCED CLIMBING TRIPS We can teach you how to build climbing anchors, climb longer routes with multiple pitches, place and lead on traditional protec-tion, and most importantly, get you off the ground higher than you have ever been with an AMGA Certified Rock Guide. 2-4 people per trip, only $90/person! Includes your guide, transpor-tation, technical gear if needed, and a custom curriculum to suit your desired outcomes. Call or email Casey.Graham@us.af.mil to schedule your custom trip date(s) this season.

ALPINE OR SKI MOUNTAINEERING CUSTOM TRIPS Have a mountain here in CO you’ve always wanted to climb/ski? Training for a big objective and want a guide to help get you ready? Maybe tick off one of the 50 classic climbs in N. America? Schedule a custom trip with one of our AMGA Certified guides to accomplish your ultimate Colorado mountain goals. Ski mountaineering is best in CO April-June, and Alpine climbing goes all the way through Sept. Call now to schedule your epic day! Max 2 participants, price starting at $150/person and up depending on trip type and length. Trips include guide, trans-portation, and equipment, overnight trips include meals.

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RETAILSummer Clearance!

20% OFF all summer items!RENTAL

$5 OFF Bike Rental for weekends (Friday - Monday).

SEPTEMBER SPECIALS

Minors (under 18 y/o) must be accompanied by an adult on ALL OAP programs unless otherwise stated.

RAFT/KAYAKAll trips meet and depart from the east side of the Outdoor Recreation Center (where the camping trailers are parked) at 6:45 a.m. and return about 5 p.m.

All rafting trips include: Transportation from the Academy to the Arkansas River and back, all rafting equipment and required personal gear, lunch, permits, and guides. Our primary concern is for your safety. All guides are state-certified and hold a First Aid and CPR certification.

ROYAL GORGE FULL DAY – CLASS IV-V Sun., Sep. 1. Our trips always operate on class 4-5 whitewater and may include sections of river such as the Royal Gorge and Big Horn Sheep Canyon depending on water levels. This trip is for folks who want to step up the adrenaline and feel the thunder! Not for meek or weak! Minimum age is 16 & 50+ Lbs. Cost: $95. Custom dates at the same rates are also available mid week!

BIG HORN-FULL DAY –CLASS III (IV HIGH WATER) Sep. 1, 7. Our Family Class rafting trips are great for first timers, groups of varying experience, kids, and family/squadron fun. These trips operate on class 3 whitewater, and during the early season, sometimes have one or two class IV rapids as well. Big Horn Sheep Canyon is our primary location for this trip. Cost: $75/Adult & $65/Child (ages 6-12 & 50+ Lbs). Custom dates at the same rates are also available mid week!

ASK US ABOUT OUR CUSTOM & OVERNIGHT RAFTING COMBO TRIPS By reservation only.

LEARN TO KAYAK POOL SESSION Tue., Sep. 10; 8-10 p.m. in the Fitness Ctr. pool. For first-time kayakers. Learn basic skills including basic paddle strokes, boat control, balance, and T-rescues. Includes Kayak and ACA Certified Instructor. 4 person min. Ages: 9+ and 75+ lbs. Cost:$30.

KAYAK FAST TRACK PROGRAM Call to schedule custom trip dates for your group. All-inclusive, intensive kayaking instruction. Intro to Kayaking class, Intro to Kayak Roll in a pool, a lake session, and Intro River Trip are all included. 3 person class min./6 max. Call for details, 333-2940. Ages: 9+ and 75+ lbs. Cost: $220 and includes transportation and all gear.

Winter is coming!WINTER EXPO + SKI SWAP/CONSIGNMENT SALESat., Oct. 19; 9 a.m. -1 p.m. Retail sale, ski swap, consignment sale, rental equipment sale (includes skis, boards, poles, boots, tents, sleeping bags, backpacks and more), used/rental bike sale (impounded bikes).We'll also have ski resort representatives on hand & season ski passes for sale.Great opportunity to sell your ski/snowboard equipment!

Drop off gently-used equipment and newer clothing at Outdoor Rec Oct. 7-18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Outdoor Rec will open at 9 am on Oct. 19 (instead of 7 am).

DUCKY DAY Fri., Sep. 6; 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Burn those hot days away on the river in your own inflatable kayak. ‘Duckies’ as we call them are one of the most fun ways to experience the river without needing a great deal of experience. We will take you to a section with a couple rapids and fun float sections. A great way to float away the day! Ages: 12+. Cost: $65/person. Activity includes: guide and lunch. Max 8 people.

END OF SUMMER PARTY AT FARISH Mon., Sep. 2; 2 p.m. Come join us at Farish Rec Area to for the final party of the summer on Labor Day, located at the Main Pavilion next to beautiful Lake Leo. Activities include: bounce house, canoes, backyard games and Dutch oven cooking! If you catch a fish you can bring it over to cook with recipes on hand and we provide the sides and dessert. Cost: $20 for adults and $15 for 12 & under. This includes entrance to Farish, a pass to enjoy all of the activities and the Dutch oven sides and dessert. USAFA fishing permit is not included but can be purchased at Farish front office or at Isportsman.net

CPR, AED AND FIRST AID RE-CERTIFICATION Tue., Sep. 10 (registration closes Wed., Sep. 4, 6 p.m.) This is a hybrid recertification course that includes three hours of online training and two hours of skill test. The online training link will be sent to you one week prior to the scheduled skills test and must be completed before attending the skills class. Registration will close one week prior to the scheduled skills test. You must be able to provide proof of previous certifica-tion and not have exceeded expiration of certification by more than 30 days. Cost: $50/person.

DUTCH OVEN COOKING CLASS Fri., Sep. 20; 5:30-9 p.m. Learn proper heat management and some great recipes. We will cook up an entire meal. The best part, we sit down and eat our work at the end of class! Class is limited to 8 ovens, so sign up early. Class and recipes are planned as if you were camping, so cook times are 30 – 60 minutes long and ingredients are camping friendly. (Dutch Ovens, and all food included) Cost: $25 per oven (Bring one guest for free)

OUTDOOR LASER TAG Sun., Sep. 1; noon - 2:30 p.m. Meet at FamCamp. Our 6-pound metal guns with red dot sights look like MP5s and use harmless infrared technology. We will set up a variety of games that will test your individual skills as well as how well you work together as a team. Activity includes: Refs, and needed gear. Or you can set up a Special Group Arrangements (SGA’s) for friends, units, team building activities, birthdays and more for 150 minutes for only $200. Contact us early for availability and booking. 10 pers. min., 20 pers. max. Ages: 9+. Cost: $15/pers. for a 150-minute session. Call 719-333-2940.

FARISH VOLKSMARCH Sat., Oct. 5, 8 a.m.-Noon. at Farish Recreation Area (multi-purpose center). Gate fee waived for participants. Partnership with Falcon Wanderers (local AVA chapter). Free 10km hike, $3 for IVV Credit (passport stamped). Cash snack bar: soda, water, gatorade, brats, hot dogs, chips, cookies.

SPLASH DAYS Schedule your Group for a private program! We will bring out all of our floatable things such on Kettle Lakes on base for you to try out and play in the water. We will also provide some grilled food and refreshments. Ages: 9+ and 50+ lbs. for water activities. Cost: $30/person. Reserve your spot 72 hours in advance.

“POP UP” ACTIVITIES Keep your eye out for our short notice activities that you will not see in our regular advertising. Usually only a week or two notice of what activity will be. Call 719-333-2940 to find out how to get info on these activities.

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COLUMBUS DAY HIKING AND SIGHTSEEING IN UTAH’S NATIONAL PARKSSat.-Tue., Oct. 12-15. We will explore Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Dead Horse point and more to make the most of your time in this beautiful landscape.Activity Includes: transportation, guides, lodging and Park entries. Single person in Cabin: $465Two people private cabin: $565 total Three people private cabin: $665 totalFour people private cabin: $765 totalEarly sign up promotion!! Sign up for this trip by Sep. 12 and receive a Bighorn Sheep Canyon White Water Rafting Trip free for each person signed up. White water rafting trip during our 2020 season to be redeemed before Aug. 1, 2020.

OAP vOlunteers wAnted!If you are Interested In volunteerIng your tIme to help us wIth raftIng, cyclIng, clImbIng, kayakIng, hIkIng, or any other trIps we offer, gIve us a call and we wIll tell you how to become an offIcIal oap volunteer!

FEATURED RENTAL ITEMS8-person DOME TENT Check out ORC’s REI family tents! These high quality tents are just what you need for your next BIG outing! Before your next car-camping excursion, be sure to stop by the ORC and rent one of these “outdoor houses”. Rates are $30 per night.GIANT GAMES are perfect for backyard parties and picnics! Checkers, Chess, Connect Four, and Jenga!NEW ALUMIGRILL SMOKER/STEAMER is perfect for parties! CAMPER RENTALSEPTEMBER IS THE LAST MONTH TO RENT CAMPERS FOR THE SEASON!Campers are available to rent May 1 - Sep. 30 (See reservation policy below). Our travel trailers are an economical and convenient way to make any summer vacation a memorable one. From Peregrine Pines Famcamp on USAFA to Yellowstone, WY and beyond, your destinations are limitless!Rates start at $50 per night for our 12’ A-Liner, $90 per night for 20’ models and up to $95 per night for 25’ models. Call us @ 333-4753 for more information. Renters must also take our Travel Trailer Class. TRAVEL TRAILER CLASSMandatory Travel Trailer class (May-Sept); FREE class held every Tue. & Thu. from 5-6 p.m. is mandatory for any customer who is renting one of our travel trailers. And Wed, 5-6 p.m. for A-liners. Topics include: leveling, set-up, propane, water systems & electrical systems. We suggest you bring your towing vehicle to class for

our staff to conduct FREE electrical and hitch-height checks. Please register for this FREE class by calling 333-4475. RESERVATION POLICYActive duty can reserve high-demand equipment a maximum of 90 days from date of pick up. All other eligible customers can reserve 60 days from date of pick up. All reservable items require a full payment upon reservation. Any reservation canceled will be charged 10% cancellation fee. Any reservation canceled within 72 hours will lose 50% of their deposit, unless it is a documented military commitment or medical emergency. PICNIC AREASOn-base Picnic areas are available for rent from May 1 to Oct. 1. Make reservations now for our pavilions during the 2019 season. Rates are $50 for half day 9 am-2:30 pm or 3:30-9 pm and $75 for full day 9am-9pm. Please contact the ORC @ 333-4753 for availability. FARISH Opens May 3 for the 2019 season. Farish is open the first two weekends in May and daily beginning May 17.Daily use goes through Oct. 14. From Oct. 17 - 27, Farish is open Thurs. - Sun. only.Reservations Policy: 90 days in advance only for Active Duty personnel and 60 days in advance for all other eligible users. Customers are authorized to make reservations a year in advance for large events that require at least 50% of the lodging. These groups will ONLY be scheduled Sundays to Thursdays (no weekends). Call 333-4475 for more information.

CRCClosed for the summer, Reopens Oct. 15 FAMCAMP Office Hours: open May 1for the season. Sun.-Thu.: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri.-Sat.: 9 a.m.-8 p.m.FamCamp Reservations for the 2019 summer season, May 1-Oct. 1w, can be made 90 days in advance by Active Duty personnel and 60 days in advance by Retirees, DOD civilians, and all other eligible users.Cadets/Prep school students are authorized to make reservations a year in advance for visiting family for Graduation and Parents Weekend.AOG Members/ID card holders are authorized to make reservations a year in advance for alumni events. Must be an AOG member with ID card.Contractors are NOT eligible to stay at FamCamp.Call 719-333-4980 to make reservations. Summer rates effective April 1. RV SITESDOD ID cardholders:Rigs 34’ and smaller: $25/nightRigs larger than 34’: $27/nightNon-DOD guests (maximum stay for Non-DOD guests is 14 nights per year):34’ and smaller: $30/nightLarger than 34’: $32/nightTent sites (Maximum stay in tent sites is 14 nights per year), no car camping allowed.DOD ID cardholders: $12/nightNon-DOD sponsored guests: $15/night.

ORC INFO & POLICIES

• Full payment for all trips is due at time of registration.

• Cancellations within 72 hours of the activity date will NOT be refunded or rescheduled unless otherwise stated.

• Cancellations 30 days or more before a multi-day activity start date are refundable in full unless otherwise stated. Cancellations within 30 days of a multi-day activity will not be refunded unless someone takes your place on the activity. Any refunds issued in this case will result in a service fee of 10% of the total price for the activity.

• “No Shows” are non-refundable and will not be rescheduled.

• All trips are subject to cancellation due to unsafe weather or conditions outside of our control. In this event, the trip will be rescheduled or you may opt for a refund minus irretrievable deposits. In the case of cancellation due to insufficient participation, a full refund will be issued.

• Refunds may be given at any time when a medical emergency or military TDY/PCS orders prohibit participation. A signed doctor’s note or signed orders must be presented in order to receive a refund in these cases. If a refund is given for a multi-day trip in this instance, OAP will retain a service fee of 10% of the total price for the activity.

OAP CANCELLATION POLICY

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DISNEY MAGIC REVEALED CLASSWed, Sep. 25, 5-6:30 p.m. FREE. Tips and tricks to plan a magical Disney World vacation. Call to RSVP.

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OUTDOOR RECREATION CENTERS. Community CenterMon-Fri: 9 am - 6 pm; Sat: 7 am-4 pm; Sun: Closed. 719-333-4475.VandenbergClosed until October

Indoor Pool Kayaking Class

Aspen & Glenwood Spgs Overnight Bike Ride

Aspen & Glenwood Spgs Overnight Bike Ride

Beginner Rock-Climbing

Beginner Rock-Climbing

Vail Pass to Breckenridge Bike Ride

Santa Fe Bike Ride

Santa Fe Bike Ride

Shelf Road Bike Ride

Farish End of Summer Party

Englewood Loop Bike Ride

Travel Trailer Class* 5 p.m.

Travel Trailer Class* 5 p.m. A-liner Class*

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A-liner Class* 5 p.m.

A-liner Class* 5 p.m.

A-liner Class* 5 p.m.

Travel Trailer Class* 5 p.m.

Travel Trailer Class* 5 p.m.

Travel Trailer Class* 5 p.m.

Travel Trailer Class* 5 p.m..

Travel Trailer Class* 5 p.m.

Travel Trailer Class* 5 p.m.

*Mandatory to rent our travel trailers or A-liners

Big Horn Rafting

Big Horn Rafting

Ducky DayRoyal Gorge Rafting

Dutch Oven Cooking Class

RecOn Hot Air Balloon

RecOn Shelf Rd Bike Ride

Outdoor Laser Tag

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Vandenberg Tue & Thu, 10 am-2 pm

Disney Magic Revealed Class

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Want to set up a private activity for your squadron, friends or family? Call us to set up a SPECIAL GROUP ARRANGEMENT (SGA) for you! Call 719-333-2940.

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