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Length | Training Dates |
In-Country Dates |
Ages | Application Deadline |
Price | |
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Colorado: Western Slope | 3 Weeks |
Online training on COVID-19, health and safety, mental health, travel, and AMIGOS history before departure. Leadership and orientation training take place on-site. |
July 19–August 8 |
15–19 | The May 17 deadline has passed. Please email our Admissions team with any questions at [email protected] |
$6,975 – includes all on-program expenses Financial assistance is available! Apply for the Centennial Award. |
Online training on COVID-19, health and safety, mental health, travel, and AMIGOS history before departure. Leadership and orientation training take place on-site.
July 19–August 8
$6,975 – includes all on-program expenses
Financial assistance is available! Apply for the Centennial Award.
Pod-based. Maximum enrollment is 17.
Earn 30 service hours
Get two college credits for this project! Find out more here.
• Work with a local organization to restore beloved trails
• Work on an organic farm and research center to support local communities
• Support citizen science projects on the Arkansas River
• Support forest regeneration in areas affected by wildfires
In 2020, Colorado voters narrowly passed a resolution to reintroduce the gray wolf to the state, with urban voters generally pro-reintroduction and rural voters largely against.
Colorado was one of the first states whose governor created an outdoor recreation industry office to prioritize business, outdoor recreation, and conservation as they relate to our natural environment.
Learn how to create ethical service initiatives by working with–not for–a community, engaging local organizations and partners, and evaluating the impact of your work. AMIGOS works with trusted local partners that are passionate and committed to working with our volunteers on community service projects.
Cultural humility is a process of both self-reflection about your own culture as well as learning about other cultures. You will examine your own beliefs and cultural identity and gain an understanding of how structural racism has impacted societies and the roles that communities can take to lead systemic change.
Learn, grow, and discover your leadership potential! Explore your sense of purpose and start to establish your personal goals and values through introspection and inquiry.
Visit some of the most beautiful places in the country! Take in the scenery at Mesa Verde National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park, the San Luis Valley, Lizard Head Recreation Area, and the Uncompaghre Wilderness. Learn how wild spaces—even in urban areas—can be protected and shared.
Dig into the benefits and challenges of building an industry around activities like hunting, fishing, and mountain sports. Consider equity in access to the outdoors and how to make our shared, protected spaces available to all.
Head out with a group of your newest friends to explore Colorado together! Spend a night under the stars at Great Sand Dunes National Park, watch the sunset over the Rocky Mountains, and find out what staying in a yurt is all about.
Travel to must-see spots in the state! You’ll travel as a group to experience unique destinations Colorado has to offer, like protected areas, mountains, rivers, and historical sites. You’ll get to see these places from the distinct perspective of someone who is learning the context and history of the area. Volunteer with local organizations and earn 30 service hours. Plus, you’ll bond with their fellow volunteers and have fun!
AMIGOS is the industry leader in health and safety management. Our staff is prepared to help you with any situation that may arise. Each volunteer receives a personalized emergency plan, as well as support from local staff teams and a professional 24-hour On-Call Safety Team of travel specialists, doctors, and mental health specialists. A Health and Wellness Coordinator is on staff with the group throughout the duration of their stay. AMIGOS also has an established network of vetted medical clinics and hospitals throughout the region.
Prepare for AMIGOS through guided training in topics like: cultural humility, health and safety, emotional intelligence, travel safety, leadership, and team building.
Upon arrival in the field, you’ll start area-specific training with your pod. During your time with AMIGOS, you’ll meet regularly with an AMIGOS staff member who serves as your mentor.
AMIGOS is an experience that changed my perspective of the world, in a great way. It is such a fun and fulfilling way to spend your summer.
—Zoe, Colorado Volunteer, 2021
Last week we worked with Mountain Studies Institute in Durango to make seed balls that we used to reseed areas that had been damaged by fire. Volunteers also used their senses to get to know trees in the forest around us
We went rafting on the Gunnison River this week! The gentler sections gave everybody a well-deserved chance to relax but the students still overtook rival rafts with enthusiasm when the opportunity arose.
Today we went to Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory where we learned about metereology and climate research from AMIGOS alum Dan Feldman ('97). We also got to launch a weather balloon that will collect atmospheric data for the Department of Energy's SAIL program!
We spent the past three days working with Coldharbour and Mountain Roots learning about soil, wetlands, water rights, regenerative agriculture and SO much more! The students also got to spend today weeding, bed prepping, and planting on Mountain Roots’ farm. We are so grateful for all the amazing partner organizations and staff that taught us so much! 🌱🧑🌾💧
How is it already Day 6?! Our vols have had tons of fun hiking/exploring, getting to know each other, and road-tripping through Colorado (preferred car music is currently Taylor Swift 😊). Everyone is now getting a taste of college dorm life in Gunnison, CO where we get to start work with a few of our partner agencies! 🏔🪴🌱
We went on an awesome 5 mile hike today with views of the Rockies at the top! Lots of uphill, but we powered through and made it, despite the altitude. 💪🏻🏔 Heading to Gunnison tomorrow where the real adventure begins!
#Colorado #amigos #TheRockies
Want to join AMIGOS this fall? Apply by September 6 for the Social Impact Accelerator! Head to @amigos_americas to learn more.