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Summer Activities for Kids in Crested Butte just keep getting better and better. What a wonderful place to bring your kids and get them involved in the mountains, at whatever age or skill level! Do check out the science camps at the Rocky Mountain Biology Lab in Gothic, as well as the vacation bible school at the Congregational Church, as well as the wonderful adventure camp at Camp CB. Then keep reading!

Whitewater Rafting -

3 Rivers Rafting

Offers great white water rafting on the Taylor River - Classes I, II, and III. Raft in large rafts, or... if you've got some hot dog 18 year olds (or you just feel that way) try the duckies! (see left). You will never forget it! 1-888-761-3474

Camp CB -

Ages 5-14--

Camp CB offers quality childcare and memorable summertime experiences for kids of all ages. For the older kids, the Camp CB Summer Adventure program is a fun day filled with outdoor mountain activities, Adventure Park access and summer sports. 

For the younger ones, the Camp CB Nursery is the perfect spot to take your little ones while you enjoy a day in the mountains.

The Adventure Park has year-round mini golf, bungee trampolines, and a climbing wall. The bungee trampolines provide a turbo-charged, gravity-defying ride up to 30 feet in the air, while the Climbing Pinnacle features a 28-foot, 6-route tower with auto-belay. Camp CB is open 7 days a week this summer. -

Mountain Adventure Camps

Ages 7-14=Mountain Adventure Camps: canoeing; rafting; archery; disc golf; paddleboarding; fly fishing; mountain biking; ropes course; hiking; rock climbinb; swimming at Blue Mesa

Clay Studio - https://www.crestedbutteclaystudio.com/-Has fun activities for children!-Crested Butte Clay Studio is a fully equipped ceramic studio offering memberships to self-guided ceramic artists, classes for all ages, a gallery and a fun and safe environment to create and more. Clay is for everyone from young kids to grandparents and we hope this studio will provide a space for you to learn all about pottery, make art, and meet other creatives in the communiy. Check out there Kid's Clay Classes.

Rocky Mountain Biology Lab Youth Nature & Science Camps-K thru 8th Grade - Short camps with wonderful experiences.

Come participage with RMBL's scientists in experiments, nature hikes, games and art. 'n a beautiful outdoor setting and in the company of career scientists, we provide hands-on investigations of nature.'

www.rmbl.org for schedule and to register. Children can pick specific days. $30-$40/day, depending.

The Trailhead Children's Museum -The Trailhead Children’s Museum houses more than 13 interactive exhibits suitable for infants, toddlers and young children, as well as the Studio Art School's Art and Science After School Programs and Summer Camps which are available for children ages 3 to 12. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Year Round. Call ahead! This wonderful place for kids has moved to Elk Avenue!

"Thanks to an incredible outpouring of support, we are thrilled to announce our new home at 501 Elk Ave."

These are creative and artistic camps for all ages throughout the summer! -http://www.trailheadkids.org/ 970-349-7160

Kid's Park in Town - This park is ALOT bigger than it looks. Right in the middle of town!- in the middle of Crested Butte take a right from the main drag, highway 135, drive to that end of town and you can't miss it. Big and fun.

The Evolution Bike Park -40 Miles of Bike Trails await you! and Lessons to improve your skills: Bike lessons are a great way to enhance your skills with an experienced certified pro!  Advance reservations are preferred and can be made by calling (877) 547-5143.

Disc Golf!-Bring your own discs and try Colorado's most scenic 18-hole disc golf course!

Crested Butte’s disc golf course 10-3 @ CB, named after the course’s elevation, is eighteen holes of pure fun for beginners and seasoned players alike. The course begins at the top of the Red Lady Express Lift and meanders to within easy strolling distance of the base area.

Horseback Riding -

Fantasy Ranch offers lovely beginner rides up Snodgrass Mountain, a gorgeous ride just across the road from Mt. Crested Butte – just drive up Hwy. 135 past Mt. Crested Butte towards Gothic and before too far it’s on your left. They also offer amazing pack trips to Aspen and to the back country. The owner Chuck, is affable and hardworking! Spend some time with Fantasy Ranch Outfitters – well worth your while. 970-349-5425

Stand Up Paddle-Boarding in Crested Butte - delivery and pick up!

Float-Shack is one of Crested Butte’s Premier Stand Up Paddle Board & Float Tube Rentals-

Call them at 970-209-9747 and get yourself organized for adventures!- Half Day and Full Day options - Kid Specific paddleboards. Lake Irwin, Slate River, Blue Mesa.

We also love Wheelies and Waves - which is based right on Elk Ave., and often you can just stick the paddleboard (with help) right on your car right there and take off. Great service. We had alot of fun paddleboarding on Lake Irwin! They have Electric Bikes as well.

Robin Dreyfuss 954-610-2000
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