Amy’s Story
November 16, 2017
Amy started out as a BCM student, has climbed for us, and served on our board of directors.
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Stories of Transformation Straight from the Source
Midwest Fall 2017 Update
November 15, 2017
Hello from the Midwest! This fall we’ve stayed busy as we’ve continued getting young people outside and on the water! Connections to our beloved city and its green spaces are what we’re after, and through September and October we paddled […]
Damonte’s Story
November 9, 2017
When we were first introduced to Damonte, it was evident that humor was in his DNA. He was known for making everyone laugh, adults and peers alike, with his witty sense of humor. He maintained this quality despite his circumstances; […]
Jenn’s Story
October 31, 2017
Trails have always been a place of adventure, fun, healing, growth, discomfort, and sanctuary for me. Last summer I had the honor of being on two trails for Big City Mountaineers: one in Medicine Bow National Forest on a youth […]
Grit in the Face of Challenge: A Week in the Oh-Be-Joyful Wilderness
October 24, 2017
Written by BCM mentor Phil Taylor I chose to be a BCM adult mentor because I wanted to transform the lives of under-served youth. Little did I know that our youth would transform me. These kids were brave. They were […]
John’s Story
September 9, 2017
Before camp, John struggled with seeing himself through difficult challenges. He returned to camp the following year re-energized and eager to lead.
Tom’s Story
August 9, 2017
You’ve had a unique perspective with BCM starting as a volunteer mentor to joining an SFS climb. Can you tell us about your first experience with BCM on the youth expedition? “I didn’t know what to expect at all. I […]
Jyliann’s Story
May 18, 2017
All that I left behind is still with me, Pushed into a corner of my mind. Make room for sacred sights and sounds, Soft breezes and dancing streams fill my heart and echo through my chest. My shoulders lose tension […]