Minor Miners

Day Program
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AGES 8-10

Dig into adventure and reach new heights with Minor Miners!

Minor Miners is a thrilling adventure camp where outdoor exploration meets history and geology! Campers will learn the ropes of rock climbing and bouldering with fun challenges designed to build confidence and technique. Along the way, they’ll also dive into the fascinating mining history of the San Juan Mountains, following in the footsteps of the miners who once worked these rugged peaks. Hands-on activities like panning for gold, visiting the historical Bachelor-Syracuse mine in Ouray, and learning about the local geology will give campers a unique understanding of the earth beneath their feet. With a blend of climbing, history, and natural science, Minor Miners offers a fun-filled week of outdoor learning and adventure!

A detailed daily itinerary will be provided to you on the Monday morning of the program.

Schedule:

Daily: 9:00 am – 4:45 pm

Monday, July 27th – Thursday, July 30th

No Overnights (Day Program)

Camp Type: Day Program

TUITION: $1100

AGES: 8-10
SESSIONS:
8 open
Week of July 27, 2026

Telluride Academy's Overnight Policy

Our talented instructors work hard to combat student homesickness on overnight programs. For many students, this experience might be their first time camping or away from home! In the days leading up to the overnight(s), the instructors have positive conversations with the groups to get them excited and prepared for their overnight adventures. This dynamic gets interrupted when a student is picked up early from their overnight. For this reason, we can not accommodate early pick-ups, unless in the case of an emergency. If your child does not want to attend the overnight, or if you have prior commitments that require early pick-up accommodations, we ask that you consider choosing a day program instead. Please call our office with any questions or concerns.