Sanborn Western Camps

I was lucky enough to be a camper and staff member at this camp for 7 years total. The amount of opportunity at SWC is unprecedented. There is so much to do that is out of the ordinary: hike up a mountain at 2am and watch a meteor shower, ride a horse for 5 days/50 miles, participate in Gymkhana, make rose-petal soap, and so so much more... It's hard to put into words how special this place is to me and so many others. You kind of just have to find out for yourself. Without this camp, I don't think I would have such a strong sense of self/wonder/imagination. It's the kind of place that fosters creativity, love for the outdoors and tight bonds with others. I met my best friends and made my favorite memories at SWC. I could talk about this haven all day!

I LOVE Sanborn! I have been attending Sanborn for soon to be 6 years. I have truly grown from the experiences I have participated in. Whether I am climbing one of Colorado's 14,000 foot peaks or ridding my favorite camp horses, Baldie, on one of the 6,000 acres, I am always accepting nature. I have a medical condition that causes me to need medication on a daily basis, but is that a problem at Sanborn? NO!! To live in a group of 5 guys in a really cool living space is one adventure. The "Tents" the boys live in at Sanborn are truly amazing! Hardwood floors, new decks, electricity, comfy beds, are all qualities of the tents on the boys' side of Sanborn. The staff at Sanborn is WAY more that outstanding. I will always keep Sanborn close to my heart. Living in the rocky mountains for 2-4 weeks is what I call my second home!