Camper Eligibility

We want to make sure campers find their perfect spot.

First of all, put away your wallets. All of our sessions are free of charge to campers and their families.

Next, take a moment to read our eligibility requirements before beginning your registration. If you have questions about the registration process, please email our Camper Admissions Team at camper@roundupriverranch.org or 970.524.5713.

Eligibility Requirements

• We accept children with a variety of life-altering medical diagnoses. Medical conditions we serve include (but are not limited to): 
  • Acquired Immunodeficiency
  • Blood Disorders
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Brain Tumors
  • Cancer
  • Celiac Disease
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Craniofacial Anomalies
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Enteral/TPN Nutrition
  • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
  • Epilepsy
  • Fatty Liver Disease
  • GI Disorders
  • Heart Disease & Transplants
  • IBD/IBS including Crohn’s and Colitis
  • Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Kidney Disease & Transplants
  • Life-altering Dermatologic Disorders
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Liver Disease & Transplants
  • Lung Disease
  • Moderate to Severe Asthma
  • Metabolic and Genetic Conditions
  • Metabolic Syndrome
  • Neurofibromatosis
  • Neurologic Disorders
  • Severe Allergies
  • Sickle Cell Disease
  • Spina Bifida
  • Type 1 Diabetes
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Diagnoses requiring bowel and/or bladder programs. 
• Children must be between the ages of 7 and 17 while attending onsite Summer Camp, Camp Online sessions, or to receive Joy, Delivered.
• Children must be at a developmental age of at least 7 years old to attend Camp Online sessions.
• The diagnosed child must be between the ages of 5 and 17 while attending onsite Family Camp sessions.
• Children must be within three years of active treatment and/or currently experiencing the challenges of a chronic or life-altering condition.
• Children must be socially, physically, and emotionally able and open to group activities and, for Camp Online, the online camp environment. We have developed a robust FAQs document regarding onsite, in-person programs, so you know what to expect.

Please contact us with specific questions about camper eligibility at abatcheler@roundupriverranch.org.

Selection of Campers

We would love to have every single child who applies be able to join us at camp, but space is sometimes limited. All applications are reviewed and individually considered by our Medical Team and Camp Team.

Roundup River Ranch reserves the right to make selections and decisions based on factors deemed appropriate.

Required Forms

The list below includes the required forms that are necessary to complete during the application process to attend camp. Please reach out to our team for any questions about the process. 

Camper forms (both diagnosed camper and sibling under the age of 18):

• Onsite Consent waiver
• Specialty Provider Clinic Note- diagnosed campers only
• Colorado State Immunizations
• Mental Health and Behavioral Support Form
• Accommodations and Considerations
• 2024-2025 season flu vaccine
• COVID-19 testing consent
• Medical Information Form
• Allergies, Anaphylaxis and Dietary Restrictions form
• Medications, Vitamins, and Supplements form
• Session Transportation form
• Physical or Wellness Exam- siblings only

** Other forms may appear in the application process depending on answers.**

Family Member Forms (over the age of 18):

• On-site Consent waiver
• 2024-2025 season flu vaccine
• COVID-19 Testing Consent
• Medical Information form-adult
• Allergies, Anaphylaxis and Dietary Restrictions form- adult
• Session Transportation Form