Newsletter
By Jordan Stone, Executive Director, Cottonwood Gulch Expeditions I first arrived at Cottonwood Gulch in 2007 as a road cook for our Prairie Trek expedition. That summer job, so long ago now, became a calling that has spanned nearly two decades, culminating in my leadership during our centennial year. Now, each day, working as the…
Last chance for the Silver Buckle Award nominations, Silent Auction contributions, and Scholarship donations! 2026 Silver Buckle Award Nominations end May 31st! There are only a few more days left for you to let us know who you think should win our 2026 Silver Buckle Award! Nominations close at 11:59pm on May 31st! Don’t miss…
As part of our 100th Anniversary celebration, please consider contributing items or experiences that can be auctioned during the weekend event. The proceeds from the auction will be used primarily to support our scholarship program. We are seeking donations of both items (e.g., artwork, jewelry, Cottonwood Gulch memorabilia) and experiences (e.g., vacation homes, guided tours,…
It’s not too late to sign up for your trek summer adventure! But move quickly- Treks are filling up, and we want to make sure you don’t miss out on the wonder of a Gulch trek this year. Head to our website and sign up for community, challenge, and many a magical Gulch campfire under…
It’s that time of year again, when we honor Gulch community members with our Annual Silver Buckle Award! The Silver Buckle Award is a time-honored tradition at Cottonwood Gulch Expeditions, historically presented to trekkers who distinguished themselves in some way over the course of the summer. The original Silver Buckle continues to be awarded to…
Curious to know more about our Summer treks? Join us for monthly zoom sessions and learn more about what a Gulch trek entails! Our April Summer 2026 Zoom session is this Wednesday, at 6pm MST. Each session will include a basic run through of what you need to know, a specialized conversation topic and plenty…
Between our last Regional Rendezvous of the year and our Basecamp opening, we look forward to seeing YOU! Whether you join us for snacks and community connection in Albuquerque or you come out to Basecamp to show it some love and share a campfire with us, we hope to see you this month. Click the…
Our 100th year is upon us! We are offering multiple family and adult-focused treks leading up to the 100th Reunion. You can find details regarding those treks below, and mark your calendars to sign up today! ARCHAEOLOGY TREK Dates: 08/08 – 08/13 Ages: 21+ A special additional adult trek that will travel through and visit…
Join us in Albuquerque for our last Regional Rendezvous before we celebrate our 100th Reunion this summer. This event will feature local flavor, inspiring trek stories, opportunities to connect with fellow Gulch enthusiasts, and a discussion about where the Gulch is headed in our second century. Click the buttons below to RSVP! ALBUQUERQUE REGIONAL RENDEZVOUS…
In just two months, the Gulch has kicked off a strong start to 2026 with new treks, new staff, and an abundance of community partnerships. From prescribed burns with snow on the ground, to schools experiencing oddly warm temps on February day trips, we have been thrilled to get outside and connect with our community.…