"Mountains bow down... at the sound of your name."
That lyric takes on a whole new light when you're singing it to God from 14,000 feet (supposing you could sing)! At Encounter Renewal Retreat MOUNTAIN EDITION, where you'll push yourself harder and higher than you might have ever before, your physical pursuit of the mountain rides tandem with your spiritual pursuit of the Lord!
On July 23-28, 2025, pilgrim adventurers will embark on a low-structure, high-intensity quest with intentional kingdom focus and fellowship. Primitive camping at 10,900 ft. at Guanella Pass Campground 1.5 hours west of Denver, CO. Optional adventures include a 3.5 mile high-altitude lake hike, Class IV-V whitewater rafting, and hiking 14,000-ft mountains Bierstadt and Blue Sky. We'll spend the weekend enjoying the Creator in His beautiful creation! Brothers and sisters striving together as we worship the Lord, and the mountains will be our sanctuary.
July 23-28, 2025
Itinerary
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Thursday: Arrive at Guanella Pass Campground at 10,900 ft
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Friday: White water rafting, acclimatization hike, or just rest and enjoy God!
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Saturday: Hike Mt. Bierstadt (14,062 ft). An advanced crew will continue to summit Mt. Blue Sky (14,266 ft).
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Sunday: Hotel and recreation near Manitou Springs, CO
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Monday: Return home
What’ll It Cost?
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$220 EARLY Registration Fee - includes camping fees, supplies, meals and drinks for Thursday dinner through Sunday lunch (9 meals), and Sunday night hotel.
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$250 Regular Registration Fee after June 26, 2025
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Travel meals and gas
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Whitewater rafting is an additional $120 payable with registration
Location - Guanella Pass Campground, near Georgetown, CO. Here's a map.
A Word of Caution - Hiking/climbing 14ers is no joke! It can involve a physical and mental strain that is impossible to replicate at lower elevation. While the mountains selected for this experience are some of the "easier" 14ers available, there is no such thing as an easy 14er, especially for the uninitiated! We will take every precaution to be prepared and safe, but there is inherent risk of injury and death when climbing mountains. Participant discretion is advised. Contact us with concerns and questions.