Camp Activities

Ropes Course / Challenge Course *

Challenge courses are designed to build teamwork, trust, communication and problem solving skills. Courses are made up of obstacles that create artificial stresses for participants to overcome and gain confidence. Our course is constructed of rope, wood, trees, cable, and hardware. These items along with all safety and climbing gear, are inspected regularly and the course has been certified to meet the ACCT* standards. Our “Ropes Instructors” as well are certified and tested on their skills and knowledge. The ropes course elements are only used as part of a scheduled program under the leadership of our trained facilitators.

Camp Oro Quay has several “low” and “high” elements. The low elements utilize obstacles that are near the ground. Most of the elements are only a few inches high. These elements are the foundation for our program. The participants learn to work together to accomplish goals. They must learn to consider the dynamics of their group and integrate each person’s strengths and weaknesses in order to achieve success. The high elements are more advanced. Most of the elements are over 20 feet high and all participants use harnesses, helmets and other equipment to ensure their safety.

Our ropes program is a sequential-based program. We start with basic games and activities to build a foundation of trust and team work. When the group has had a chance to establish these primary standards, the activities move toward problem solving. As the teams spend time working together, they learn about the importance of leadership, communication, planning and teamwork. This type of training requires adequate time in order to create a successful transference of learning that can develop into life skills and lessons. The program builds on trusting others, equipment and one’s own learned skills.

By the end of the program we often hear such things as, “I never thought I could do that”, “I did it!”, “We did great!”, “Wow!”.

Ropes courses are designed to “stretch” the participants in trying new things. We never push or force anyone to participate. There is no name-calling or belittling. Our focus is positive and encouraging. Each person in a group participates at what ever level they choose. If you have never tried this type of educational program, we highly recommended it. Call the camp office to schedule your team or group today! Phone: 505-281-5474

Paintball / Airsoft*

Join us at Camp Oro Quay and play an extreme game of paintball or airsoft on our elite course. With many surface and underground bunkers, thick and thin trees, valleys and hills you’ll find that this is one of the most dynamic ranges to play on.  Paintball guns, masks, and amo are provided.

If that’s not your style and you don’t want to be shot at or shoot others we also offer a paintball shooting range.

If you prefer airsoft you will need to bring your own equipment and amo.

Swimming Pool

Get away and swim in our massive outdoor heated swimming pool.  Our pool is surrounded by tall ponderosa trees and the beautiful San Pedro Mountains.  The pool goes from 3 to 8.5 feet deep and is a perfect place to cool off during the hot summer afternoon.  Please note that the pool is seasonal due to weather.

Archery*

Have you ever shot a bow and arrow?  Come learn from our instructors about different types of bows and learn how to improve your shooting ability.

Nature Trail

If taking a hike is your thing, you’ll love our nature trail.  Enjoy taking a hike through the beautiful San Pedro Mountains with a wonderful view of Oro Quay Peak.  On your journey you will be sure to find many types of indigeous plants trees and bugs.  Bring your camera!

Outdoor Education

Many of our school groups enjoy our Outdoor Education program.  During our program you will learn all about the geology, history, and science of the area.  Come and learn about rocks and minerals, how to pan for gold, the New Mexico’s Gold Rush and many other exciting facts about the area.

Farmyard

If you like animals be sure to check out our farmyard.  You will get an opportunity to watch a cow milking demonstration and even see a Nigerian dwarf Goat displaying his acrobatic ability by riding on top of a donkey!  Come and enjoy our many different types of animals.

Chuck Wagon

Enjoy a Chuck Wagon dinner down at the Gold Mine.  During the Chuck wagon dinner our staff will dress up “western style”, serve you food in gold pans, and give your group an evening to remember.  We have a built in amphitheater and a fire pit if you want to enjoy a performance, sing campfire songs or just roast some marshmallows and hang out.

Hay Ride*

A hay ride is a perfect opportunity for you to tour the camp, hang out with friends, see some wild life and just have a good time.

Games

At Camp Oro Quay enjoy a wide variety of games to play with your group.  We have a full basketball court, two sand volleyball courts, two tetherball courts, a baseball diamond, and a huge grass field to use for any other big outdoor games.  We also have a game room with air hockey, foosball, ping pong and a wide variety of board games.

*items noted may have a fee based charge.