Roundup River Ranch offers FREE camp programs for children with serious illnesses (and their awesome families)! We provide extraordinary camp experiences that allow kids (ages 7-17) to take a vacation from being “a patient” and get back to the fun of being a child.
Campers join us at our campsite in Gypsum, Colorado, for medically supported week-long Summer Camps and weekend Family Camps. Summer camp is the perfect place to make lasting friendships while participating in memorable activities!
The anniversary theme, “20 Years of Powering Hope & Joy,” reflects the organization’s belief that fun is a critical part of healing. Campers gain more than memories, they discover confidence, form lasting relationships and see themselves beyond their diagnosis.
Application Deadlines
- January 5: All Summer Camp and Family Camp 1 & 2 applications open
- March 6: Family Camp 1 & 2 applications first round deadline
- March 13: Family Camp 1 & 2 first round acceptance and waitlist sent by email
- March 13: All Summer Camp applications first round deadline
- March 27: Summer Camp first round acceptance and waitlist sent by email
- April 3: Family Camp 3-6 applications open
- July 2: Family Camp 3-6 first round deadline
- July 17: Family Camp 3-6 first round acceptance and waitlist sent by email
Summer Camp Sessions
June 5 – 10 | Session 1 | Gastrointestinal & Liver Conditions, & Celiac (Gluten-Free!)
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: liver disease, liver transplant, IBD/IBS (Crohn’s and colitis), short gut syndrome, Hirschsprung’s, gastroparesis, g-tube dependence, colorectal conditions, chronic pancreatitis, and celiac disease.
June 16 – 21 | Session 2 | Heart & Metabolic Conditions
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: arrythmias, congenital and acquired heart disease, heart transplant, kidney disease, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplant, and neurogenic bladder.
June 26 – July 1 | Session 3 | Neurologic & Genetic Conditions
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: epilepsy, cerebral palsy/stroke/TBI, craniofacial abnormalities (including but not limited to cleft lip/palate), spina bifida, genetic conditions, neurofibromatosis, and dermatologic conditions.
July 5 – 8| Session 4 | Behavioral Health Conditions
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: adjustment disorders, anxiety and related disorders, depressive disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and acute stress disorder.
July 12 – 17 | Session 5 | Hematology/Oncology & Endocrine Conditions + Spurs
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: childhood cancer, brain tumors, neurofibromatosis, bone marrow/stem cell transplant, blood disorders (hemophilia + thalassemia + neutropenia), sickle cell disease, diabetes, thyroid disorders, and adrenal insufficiency.
July 21 – 26 | Session 6 | Lung, Severe Allergic, & Immune System Conditions + Spurs
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: moderate to severe asthma, cystic fibrosis (1 per session), lung disease, non-ventilator dependent tracheostomy, EOE, severe allergies (food and environmental), severe eczema, acquired immunodeficiency disorders, and juvenile arthritis.
July 30 – Aug. 4 | Session 7 | All Qualifying Diagnoses
Campers that require highly specialized care and/or monitoring will be directed to the most appropriate session based on diagnosis expertise and resources available.
Family Camp Sessions
April 24 – 26 | Session 1 | Gastrointestinal & Liver Conditions (Gluten-Free Weekend!)
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: Liver disease, liver transplant, IBD/IBS (Crohn’s and colitis), short gut syndrome, gastrointestinal disorders, Hirschsprung’s, gastroparesis, and celiac disease.
May 29 – May 31 | Session 2 | Diabetes & Endocrine Conditions
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: diabetes, thyroid disorders, and adrenal insufficiency.
Sept. 4 – 6 | Session 3 | Heart & Gastrointestinal Conditions
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: congenital and acquired heart disease, heart transplant, arrythmias, liver disease, liver transplant, IBD/IBS (Crohn’s and colitis), short gut syndrome, gastrointestinal disorders, Hirschsprung’s, gastroparesis, and celiac disease.
Sept. 18 – 20 | Session 4 | Neurologic Conditions & High Medical Needs
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: Cancers, Brain Tumors, Neurofibromatosis, Thalassemia & Hemophilia
Oct. 2 - 4 | Session 5 | Hematology/Oncology, Behavioral Health, & All Chronic Conditions
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: childhood cancer, brain tumors, neurofibromatosis, bone marrow transplant, blood disorders, sickle cell disease, adjustment disorders, anxiety and related disorders, depressive disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and acute stress disorder.
Oct. 9 – 11 | Session 6 | Lung, Kidney, & All Chronic Conditions
Diagnoses include but are not limited to: moderate to severe asthma, cystic fibrosis (1 per session), lung disease, non-ventilator dependent tracheostomy, kidney disease, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplant, neurogenic bladder, and any qualifying diagnosis.
Campers can also join us from their homes or hospital rooms through our year-round Outreach Programs. Check our website for medical conditions we serve and programming.
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