Dive into a summer of Southwest fun with the Outfit Expedition! Outfit is a perfect experience for kids with a sense of adventure and willingness to try new things. Appropriate for anyone from complete camping novices to experienced outdoor adventurers, we will start the trek with a week at Basecamp followed by a few days exploring wild places of New Mexico. We will return to Basecamp for 2 days to close the trek, reflect on our time together, and enjoy a final campfire. By the end, trekkers come away with new friends, outdoor skills, great memories, and self-confidence after two weeks of independence and exploration.




















Age Range: 10-12
Gender: All welcome, Male, Female, Non-binary
Min Group Size: 8
Max Group Size: 20
Instructors: 3
Elevation: 5,000 to 11,000 feet
17 Days on Trek
Cost: $3,595
June 22 - July 8, 2024
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July 20 - August 5, 2024
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Trek Details
This trek will encourage trekkers to explore, create, learn, listen and play. Here are the details!
People: Who we are
Our Outfit Expeditions invite 10-12 year olds into the outdoors. For those younger trekkers seeking an
introduction to camping, a connection with nature, and a meaningful place within their community, Outfit
offers a “foundation of firsts.” We invite trekkers who are interested in learning more about themselves and
the world around them.
- Self-Discovery: Outfit trekkers are experiencing their first Gulch-supported camping experience,
spending significant time away from home and truly learning about who they are and who they may
want to become. - Willingness to Try: Outfit trekkers are willing to try. Whether new activities, new places or new
foods, they are excited to participate in a community that encourages them to be their authentic
selves and show up for each other.
Places: Where we go
Outfit spends ~ 2 weeks divided up between Basecamp and the road. This is the first age group that the
Gulch takes out on a road loop, initiating that spark of wonder that comes with visiting and caring for new
places.
- Basecamp: Outfit spends ~ 10 days at our Basecamp. This time is dedicated to strengthening a
trekker’s relationship with our Basecamp, Cibola National Forest and the Zuni Mountains. When
there is a strong place-based relationship and a deeper understanding of how to be mindful in the
outdoors, trekkers can be better prepared to venture forth into any community, wild or urban. - On the Road: Outfit spends ~ 5 days on the road, learning camping skills, visiting Gulch community
members and developing a connection to the areas around Basecamp including the Malpais, Mt.
Taylor, and the surrounding Zuni Mountains.
Projects: What we do
The Outfit Expedition offers 10-12 year olds the opportunity to spend concentrated time at Basecamp, out
on the road, and with each other. 2 weeks away from home allow Outfit trekkers to discover those sparks of
independence, accountability within a community and growth as they transition to a more mindful
adolescence. Outfit asks “What do I want to discover? What new skills do I want to learn?” and the Gulch
provides a supported space to find those answers.
- Technical Skills Development:
- Frontcountry skills: Trekkers will learn to camp on a Gulch-supported road loop. They will
grow to feel comfortable sleeping in tents, setting up/taking down camp, working on
“details” while on the road and practicing Leave No Trace principles. - Basecamp: Outfit trekkers will develop a deep understanding of Basecamp’s inner workings.
They will master Basecamp’s “details,” know what is required to pack a daypack, and feel
comfortable navigating throughout the property.
- Frontcountry skills: Trekkers will learn to camp on a Gulch-supported road loop. They will
- Planting Seeds of Curiosity and Self-Discovery:
- Com assisted 1-night Backpack: Trekkers will experience a taste of backpacking, with a
supported overnight in the field. This would be a fully supported experience with gear
available via a com and staff guidance and leadership. - Rock climbing day: Trekkers will experience a rock climbing day trip with the Climbing
Specialist and Wild Country Trek- challenging their personal comfort zones and learning
from older trekkers and experts. - Cottonwoods programming: Outfitters will attend Cottonwoods regularly, learning about a
variety of topics from our Basecamp Specialists, including ecology, visual arts, forestry,
poetry, woodworking etc.
- Com assisted 1-night Backpack: Trekkers will experience a taste of backpacking, with a
June 22 - July 8, 2024
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July 20 - August 5, 2024
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More Information
Trek Log
Resources for Parents
Within Your Itinerary You Might
The trek itineraries vary year to year, depending on permits and staff expertise
- Meet with a musician
- Visit an Amphitheater
- Take some Day hikes
- Meet with an instrument manufacturer
- Visit music festival
- Visit Hispanic Cultural Center and Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
- A Sunset hike
- Basecamp Loop (Cottonwoods)
- Visit Zuni Pueblo to meet musicians and artists
- Meet with an artist
- Visit Georgia O’Keefe Museum and other local art based museums
- Visit Taos Earthships
- Explore Lavender Farm
- Day hike Canyon de Chelly
- Day hike El Morro National Monument
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