Summer Field Study is a class offered within the curriculum of Roncalli High School. The program is one part academics, one part adventure, and one part retreat. Students hike, climb, camp, cook, swim, raft, backpack, play, and pray in a uniquely challenging program that teaches students to respect themselves, to become leaders, and to work to achieve their dreams. Most importantly, students learn to read from the Book of Creation that God has given us to make known His grandeur, wisdom, and love for each of us. Over 3,000 students have participated over the past 40 years.

Destinations

BaseCamp - San Juan National Forest Located in Southwestern Colorado, this spectacular snow-packed mountain range is home to an abundance of wildlife, majestic waterfalls, and glaciated peaks. At the heart of the area is Mount Wilson. At 14,246 feet, it stands as the highest peak in the San Miguel Range.

Noah's Ark - Every student will have the opportunity to complete a whitewater rafting trip with Noah’s Ark during the trip. Noah’s Ark is located just outside Buena Vista, Co and at the north end of the Arkansas River. While on the river the students will not only be exhilarated with the rapids they encounter but also will get to take in the grandeur of Brown's Canyon.

Ouray Springs - Every student will visit the “Switzerland of America”, Ouray Colorado and have the opportunity to soak in the natural springs of the area.

Student Choice:

Grand Canyon - Students will have the opportunity to stay at and hike portions of the north rim of the Grand Canyon. Students choosing this adventure will view the Grand Canyon from the less populated North Rim with the opportunity to hike both the rim and down into the Canyon itself.

Mountaineering - Students who choose this adventure will climb one of Colorado’s 14,000 ft plus mountains in the greater Leadville, Co area. During this time students will climb above the treeline, across snow fields, and through boulder fields to reach the summits.

Dates - JUNE 11 - 24, 2023

Cost - $1,900 – The tuition covers all transportation, food costs, backpacks, sleeping pads, camping and park admission fees, rafting fees, laundry, showers, and lodging expenses. Students provide their own sleeping bag, daypack, and tent.

Summer Field Studies 2023 Student Registration Form (Due November 23rd, 2022)
2023 Summer Field Study - Student Trip Information Form (Due May 10th, 2023)
2023 Field Trip Information and Permission Form (Due May 10th, 2023)

Trip Add Ons: -
Rock Climbing: $100.00 (Any student choosing to Mountaineer (24 max Climbers) must complete Rock Climbing) - Due May 5, 2023

Payment Schedule -
November 23, 2022 - Preliminary Deposit Due - $300.00 - Check made out to Roncalli High School - Please put student name and SFS on the memo line. (Fully refundable until March 10, 2023)
March 10, 2023 - Confirmation Deposit Due - $700.00 - Check made out to Roncalli High - Please put student name and SFS on the memo line.
May 10, 2023 - Final Balance Due - $900.00 - Check made out to Roncalli High - Please put student name and SFS on the memo line.

Important Dates
October 26, 2022 - Family Information Night - 7:00 PM Bishop Chatard High School

October 27, 2022 - Family Information Night - 7:00 PM in the Roncalli High School Auditorium

April 24, 2023 - Family Planning Night - 7:00 PM in the Roncalli High School Auditorium

April 25, 2023 - Family Planning Night - 7:00 PM in the Kyle Guyton Auditorium at Bishop Chatard

June 9, 2023 - Gear Drop Off - 6:00-8:00PM - Front Entrance of the Ascension St. Vincent Gymnasium (Door 15) at Roncalli High School.

June 10, 2023 - Gear Drop Off 8:00-11:00AM - Front Entrance of the Ascension St. Vincent Gymnasium (Door 15) at Roncalli High School.

June 11, 2023 - Meet at Roncalli at 1:00 PM. Entry through Door 1 to the Cafeteria. Depart Roncalli at 2:00 PM.

June 11, 2023 - June 24, 2023 - Summer Field Study Adventure

June 24, 2023 - Return to Roncalli High School around 3:00 PM.