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How Climbing a Mountain Can Help You Grow Spiritually
How Climbing a Mountain Can Help You Grow Spiritually Now I know what you’re thinking: “How is me stepping vertically on dirt going to tune me into my spiritual life?” Honestly, I’d feel the same way if someone said that to me. I mean what even is growing...

Summer Camp as a Sacred Playground: A Reflection on the Impact of Camp
If you’ve ever tried to explain the impact of time at camp, you know how difficult it is to put into words. How do you describe the unique way God works when you step outside of your daily routine and dedicate time for reflection, investing in relationships, and...

…and Peter…
Mark 16:6-7 “Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid him. But go, tell his disciples and Peter, ‘He is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him,...

Aspen Club: A Network of Support
Have you ever visited the Rocky Mountains in the fall? If so, you’ve probably seen the foothills covered in stunning golden foliage and heard the whisper of a cool breeze through the leaves. It’s my favorite season in the...
Creating Lasting Change Through Summer Jobs at Glorieta Camps
Our summer staff are not only looking for a summer job — they’re desiring to share the gospel. They are young, in the most formative years of their lives. How they spend their time shapes the path for the rest of their life after college. We have a huge opportunity to be part of that! The couple months they spend here have the potential to be extraordinarily impactful.

10 Ways to Unplug this Spring Break
“So! What are you doing for Spring Break?” Easily, THE MOST dreaded question you could’ve asked me in middle school to high school. It always felt like the easiest thing to do was say, “Aaahh! Well, y’know, just some stuff! I’ll be-oh hey what’re YOU doing for spring...

5 Winter Adventures for Families
5 Winter Adventures for Families Hello, intentional family time. Goodbye, winter blues! Winter can be tough. Especially if your family's missing the connection and adventures you experience at camp in the summer. So we’re bringing adventure to you! Below we have five...

Welcome!
Welcome! Hey, adventurers! A big warm welcome to our new journey here at Glorieta Adventure Camps. After a few years’ hiatus, we’re revamping our blog! Pre-Covid, we checked in regularly with posts like staff interviews and devotionals. Our new communications team is...