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Spring Instructor Training: Feeding our Fire for Learning!

Cottonwood Institute kicked off the upcoming trip season by convening new and returning staff for a spring training weekend packed with learning, community—and of course—good food. Like any great night, Friday started with pizza. Instructors met, some for the first time, and immediately hit it off over slices of ‘za and an amazing loaf of… Read more »

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Top 10 Inspiring Stories from 2018!

It’s that time of year again! As the year comes to a close, we are excited to share our top 10 inspiring stories from 2018. What exactly have we been up to this past year? See for yourself and get ready to be inspired! 1. Nature Kids Lafayette First Year Of Programming Returns Great Results… Read more »

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Volunteer

Cottonwood Institute (CI) is a small grassroots organization and we depend on volunteers to help pull off just about everything. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Ford Church at 303.447.1076 or via Email.  Events: Our biggest need is for volunteers to help set up and break down the annual Base Camp Bash in… Read more »

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About Us

  Our Why Many students are feeling isolated and alone and are struggling with mental health. They are spending a majority of their time indoors on screens. Students are craving meaning, purpose, and community. At the same time, students are inheriting the most challenging issues we have ever faced in human history. Many students don’t… Read more »