August 2023 Thunder Lake Backcountry Expedition

Friday, August 11th to Monday, August 14th (three nights).

Rocky Mountain National Park, Wild Basin Trailhead, Thunder Lake

$250 to $570 ( sliding scale see details below)

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What is Deep Water?

We believe adventures in the outdoors allow people to connect in ways we’ve never connected before. The wilderness offers the chance to unplug from the busyness of our culture and find solitude for healing and reflection.

We believe in experiential learning, a kind of “learning by doing” where our shared experience leads to reflection, discussion and discovery.

We believe in caring for each other’s souls. Internal Family Systems is a gentle, therapeutic modality that involves listening, asking questions and carefully walking with someone into the deeper areas of their life.

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The Experience

On this four-day expedition, we will enter the national park on the morning of August 11th at the Wild Basin Trailhead. Our first day’s moderate hike is just over five miles, during which we will gain 1,695 feet of elevation with stops at Copeland Falls, Calypso Cascades, and Ouzel Falls.

On the first night, we will set camp at St. Vrain. The second and third nights will be at Thunder Lake. Which sits just above 10,000 feet. In the following days, guided reflections will lead our discussions while we share meals, explore surrounding attractions, and take in Rocky Mountain National Park’s astonishing landscape.

We will hike down and exit the park no later than 4:00 p.m. on August 14th.

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Cost: $250 to $570. Food and tent rental are included. As a non-profit, we hope to make IFS and the outdoors accessible to everyone. If you have a tight budget please feel free to pay $250. ($250 does not pay for all the expenses of the trip) If you are able to pay more please do so. Whatever amount you decide to pay there will be no questions asked.

The price does not include travel to Colorado. Reserve your spot today with a $200 non-refundable deposit.

Gear: You will need a 65 liter or larger backpacking backpack, appropriate layers, 30 degree or warmer sleeping bag, a sleeping pad, hiking shoes/boots, and eating utensils. A full packing list will follow your registration.