Father-Son Wilderness Adventure

2026 Father-Son Trips

July 18 - 24, 2026

Forge Bonds. Embrace Adventure. Encounter God Together.

July 18-24th, 2026

Step into the wild heart of Wyoming and share an unforgettable journey of faith, challenge, and discovery with your son. This is more than just a trip — it’s a chance to strengthen the bond between fathers and sons while encountering God in the rugged beauty of His creation.

Together, you’ll backpack through stunning mountain landscapes, climb towering rock faces, and experience the power of teamwork, perseverance, and prayer in the great outdoors. Along the way, COR staff will guide reflections on faith, leadership, identity, and the sacred call of fatherhood and sonship — helping both generations grow closer to each other and to Christ.

Leave behind the noise of daily life. Step into the wilderness. Rediscover what it means to be father and son, side by side before the majesty of God.

Trip Details:

  • Tent camping and full days of adventure at altitude

  • Carry 35–45 lb packs for 4–8 miles per day

  • Temperatures range from 35–80°F

  • Trip is open to fathers (max age 65) and sons (ages 14 and up)

  • Moderate physical fitness strongly recommended, workout plan provided

  • Comprehensive packing list provided; gear rentals available through COR

  • No prior experience required — just a shared spirit of faith, courage, and adventure!

Cost: $1,015 total per person. A non-refundable deposit of $200 is due upon registration, and the remainder is due three weeks before the trip start date. 

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What’s Included

The cost of the trip includes everything needed from the beginning to the end of the course, including pick up and drop-off at the airport. We provide professional guides, camping arrangements, rental equipment, technical gear, food, and more! A specific gear and packing list is provided below. Participants are asked to bring some personal items and are able to borrow additional required items from our equipment center at no additional cost.

Participants are responsible for the cost of their own airfare or other transportation to and from the start/end of the course at the airport. If you will not be flying, please contact info@corexpeditions.org regarding alternate travel arrangements.

Activities

Learn backcountry skills, enjoy the beauty of the wilderness, create lasting friendships, and strengthen your relationship with God by spending a week in His creation. Get a taste of the silence and solitude of the mountains that fosters intimacy with God through reflection, prayer and spiritual discussions.

No previous experience backpacking or climbing is necessary – our professional instructors will teach you how to do it all!

  • How do I get to the trip?

    Once you are registered for a trip, you will receive an email at least 1-2 months prior to your trip with details regarding travel logistics. Course participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the designated location for pick-up and drop-off. For most of our courses, this location is the Denver airport, though you may also have the option to meet the group at the wilderness location or other designated location if you are driving rather than flying to the trip. Your COR instructors or a member of our support staff will pick you up in one of our program vehicles and drive you to the wilderness locations.

    Do I need experience?

    No prior experience with camping or any of our adventure activities is required for participation in a COR course. Our professional instructors will teach you everything you need to know to participate in each activity safely and not only survive, but thrive in each wilderness environment.

    Do I need to exercise to prepare for the trip?

    Although you do not need to be a superstar athlete to participate in our courses, we do encourage some basic conditioning prior to your trip, especially if you are coming from a sedentary life-style and/or lower elevations.

    For more frequently asked questions, visit our FAQ page.

  • View our Packing Info page.

  • For more information about financial aid offered, please contact us.