Basecamp 100th Anniversary
A once-in-a-century gathering to honor the past, celebrate the present, and step together into the next 100 years of Cottonwood Gulch.
For a hundred years, Cottonwood Gulch has shaped young people, educators, leaders, and lifelong adventurers through learning, land, and community. This August, we return to Basecamp to celebrate that legacy together.
This won't happen again for another hundred years. Whether you last trekked in the 1940s or the 2020s, this is your moment to reconnect with the community that shaped you and help carry the Gulch into its next century.
This is not a conference or a gala. It's a homecoming, a reunion, and a collective moment of gratitude and renewal.
Weekend Flow
Friday Arrival & Welcome Arrivals begin at Basecamp with rolling registration starting at noon. Friday dinner is the first provided meal. The evening brings outdoor programming, happy hour, dinner, and an opening ceremony to officially welcome the community, followed by campfires and an evening hootenanny to kick off the weekend.
Saturday Celebration & Connection Saturday is the core of the gathering, with breakfast, outdoor programming sessions, shared meals, games, and time together across generations. The evening features a special 100th Anniversary campfire, followed by a concert and dancing.
Sunday Closing & Departure We'll wrap up the weekend with breakfast and departures. The last provided meal is Sunday breakfast, and we kindly ask that you depart by 2:00 PM.
A more detailed schedule will be shared closer to the event.
Registration Information
The 100th Anniversary celebration is anticipated to cost $150,000 or more to produce. Our goal is to cover these costs while making the event accessible to everyone who loves the Gulch. That's why we are offering multiple ticketing options and opportunities to support other community members' attendance. Full-price tickets cover the direct cost of participation, venue, meals, lodging options, programming, and staffing across the weekend. Community support helps bridge the gap.
If you cannot afford the Access Ticket price, please contact us directly; we may have a limited number of full complimentary tickets available. Work-Trade Opportunities are also available and there is a description below.
There are limited spaces available for the entire event.
Ticketing Details:
Adult Ticket $550: Includes full access to the 100th Anniversary celebration, all programming, shared meals, and experiences from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast.
Access Ticket (Adult) $250 Offered to help ensure financial accessibility for community members who wish to attend. No application or documentation required, simply select this option when you register. Supported through community contributions and sponsors.
Youth/Child Ticket $250 (ages 6-17) For young people ages 6-17. Includes everything in the Adult Ticket. All minors must be accompanied by a registered adult. The Gulch is not responsible for overseeing minors during this event.
Children 5 and Under Free Children 5 and under attend free but must be registered so we can plan for meals and accommodations.
Work-Trade Opportunities Limited work-trade positions are available for those who would like to reduce their ticket cost in exchange for helping with event operations (kitchen support, setup/breakdown, logistics). Work-trade participants receive a discounted or complimentary ticket based on their commitment level. The deadline to apply is March 1st. Applicants will be notified whether they have been accepted by April 1st.
Volunteer Opportunities Already planning to attend at full price but want to pitch in? We welcome volunteers who can help with small tasks during the event while still fully participating in programming. Interested in volunteering? Email: 100thReunion@cottonwoodgulch.org
Optional Community Support Add-On When you register, you may choose to add increments of $50 or $100 to help cover the cost of access tickets, work-trade positions, or support for young trekkers and community members. Small acts of generosity help make this gathering possible for more people.
