At Cheley, you might notice that some programs are led by expert partners, and that’s intentional. For activities like rafting, rock climbing, fly fishing, and more, Cheley partners with trusted outfitters to expand what’s possible for campers. These experiences are thoughtfully chosen to complement Cheley’s core programs, giving campers the opportunity to try something new, build skills, and explore Colorado in dynamic ways.
Like everything at Cheley, these programs are about more than the activity itself; they’re about confidence, curiosity, and discovering what you’re capable of. Balancing on a OneWheel for the first time. Paddling across open water. Clipping into a rock face and climbing higher than you thought you could. Casting a line into the water and learning the rhythm of a fly cast.
Cheley’s vendor-led programs open the door to experiences that are dynamic, technical, and deeply engaging, inviting campers to step into new environments and discover what they’re capable of.
A Wider World of Adventure
Through trusted partnerships, Cheley offers a range of specialized outdoor experiences, including:
- Whitewater rafting with A Wanderlust Adventure
- Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) with Rocky Mountain Paddleboard
- Outdoor rock climbing and the via ferrata with KMAC Guides
- OneWheel with MaDventures
- Fly fishing with Sasquatch Fly Fishing
These aren’t scaled-down versions of activities; they’re real experiences in real places, led by professionals who specialize in their craft. Campers might find themselves navigating rapids, climbing exposed rock faces, balancing across new terrain, or learning the rhythm of water and movement in entirely new ways.
Why Partnering With Experts Matters
These experiences are possible because of Cheley’s partnerships with highly skilled outfitters. By working with experts, Cheley is able to offer:
- Access to specialized equipment and terrain
- Instruction from professionals deeply experienced in each activity
- Opportunities that go beyond what a traditional camp program can provide
It means campers aren’t just trying something new, they’re doing it well, safely, and in the environments where those activities truly come to life.
Supported Every Step of the Way
While vendor partners lead the technical side of each experience, Cheley staff are present to provide consistency, encouragement, and support. Counselors know their campers, understand their comfort levels, and help translate each experience into something meaningful. That balance allows campers to take on new challenges while still feeling grounded in the relationships that define camp.
Why It Matters
Vendor-led programs at Cheley aren’t just about adventure for the sake of it, but about expanding what’s possible. By partnering with expert outfitters, Cheley is able to offer experiences that go beyond what a traditional camp program can provide. Combined with the guidance and support of Cheley’s highly trained staff, campers are able to try more, do more, and experience more of Colorado. They’re about:
- Trying something you didn’t expect to love
- Building confidence in unfamiliar environments
- Learning through hands-on experience
- Seeing the outdoors in entirely new ways
Even though these experiences may be offered on a more limited basis, they often become some of the most memorable and meaningful moments of the summer. For many campers, these are the moments that surprise them most, the first time they think, “I didn’t know I could do that.”
