Nature Connection has low-cost gear lending to support getting kids and families outdoors.
How Gear to Go Works
Browse the Gear Library
Take a look at our available gear: SUPs, XC skis, camping gear, archery equipment, and more!
Reserve Your Gear
Fill out a gear request form to let us know what gear you’d like to use and when you need it. We’ll follow up with you by email.
Gear Guides
Stay tuned for new guides on best practices for how to use and return our gear.
Examples of our “Gear to Go” Programs
STAND UP PADDLE BOARDING
Take your class SUP’ing at Sweitzer Lake or Crawford State Park. We provide access to boards and PFDs. You can also work with our staff to create a plan for another flat water destination.
BIKE AT CROSSROADS OR CONFLUENCE PARKS
Nature Connection staff will assist in leading a field trip at a local bike park near your school including Crossroads Park in Hotchkiss or Confluence Park in Delta. We bring bikes, helmets and staff to help develop bike skills and confidence outdoors.
CAMPING & BACKPACKING GEAR
The Nature Connection has a variety of different sized backpacks, sleeping bags, kitchen sets, tents and more to get your classroom out on the trail or an overnight field trip.
CLASSROOM SKI GEAR
Check out cross country ski equipment for your whole class for a two week period. You can use gear around the school yard (weather permitting) or plan your own simple field trip on local trails.
ROCK CLIMBING FIELD TRIP
The Nature Connection operates a mobile 30-ft climbing wall and fixed climbing wall at Cedaredge Middle School that can be made available for custom outdoor programs.
ARCHERY EQUIPMENT
Teachers who are certified to teach archery to students. Contact us for more info. Gear check out is also available.
The Nature Connection is not a public gear rental company.
If you are interested in renting outdoor gear for personal use please contact one of our local business partners:
