Inclusion in the Outdoors
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Colorado College Outdoor Education is committed to diversity and inclusion through a collective journey of physical and emotional challenge while cultivating a sense of place in the areas we explore. Finding comfort in the vulnerability of the outdoor experience means discovering individual differences, change, and growth as we work together to create a strong community. Inclusion is about making participants and leaders feel recognized and valued regardless of their background, ability, or identity. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to create their own experiences in the natural world. Outdoor Education strives to empower the outdoor community at CC to confidently participate in the ongoing discussion and education of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
As of Fall 2018 all Outdoor Education On-Campus Facilities have an "All Adventures Welcome" sticker visible. This furthers our commitment to fostering a safe and welcoming outdoor culture for everyone at Colorado College.
Our DEI Work
Outdoor Education has had the amazing opportunity to welcome and host a variety of speakers and events dedicated to helping diversifying the outdoors. Along with some of the speakers listed below we had an Executive in Residence working on DEI efforts for our program. We also hosted our first LGBTQIA+ visibility week called PRIDE OUTSIDE!
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Carolyn Finney: Author of |
Elyse Rylander: Founder of Out |
James Mills: Author of |
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Britt McClintock: |
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Trips & Trainings
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Bridge Scholar Leadership Development Program
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FOOT: Students of Color Backpacking Ski Resort Leader Training First Time Ski Resort Trips First Time Campout in Moab Women in Wilderness Outward Bound Course Heads of State Outward Bound Course Custom Trips for Student Clubs |
Outward Bound SoC Block Break Backpacking Moab
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Facility Hours
The Ahlberg Gear House, Bike & Ski Co-op, and Ritt Kellogg Climbing Gym are closed until the end of Block 2. Updated operating hours will be posted once facilities reopen.
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Contact Us
Outdoor Education Center
MON - FRI: 9am-5pm
To keep our staff safe, we are trying to limit the number of drop-in visitors to the building. Please contact us at the phone number or email address below to set up an appointment. Thank you!
Phone: (719) 389-6803
outdoored@coloradocollege.edu
Building Address:
931 N. Nevada Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
