Camp Colton fundraising surge
Arizona’s Kahtoola Uphill Race raised a record-high $84,000 for Camp Colton outdoor education during the 2026 event — a clear sign of demand for hands-on nature learning Record-high $84,000 raised for Camp Colton. Organizers say the funds support outdoor programs that connect kids with trail skills and wilderness experiences Record-high $84,000 raised for Camp Colton.
The 2026 Kahtoola Uphill ran up the slopes of Arizona Snowbowl on Feb. 21, 2026 skisignup.com. Organizers promote the Uphill as the flagship fundraiser for Friends of Camp Colton, noting that event proceeds directly support youth environmental-education programs in Northern Arizona worldracecalendar.com. Last year’s race (Feb. 8, 2025) raised more than $75,000 and drew roughly 300 racers, according to a Kahtoola/industry release outdoorindustry.org; Kahtoola also reports the Uphill has contributed upwards of $400,000 to Camp Colton since the event began sgbonline.com. Friends of Camp Colton says the funds underwrite environmental-education field trips, a discovery center and scholarships for local students, and the group’s volunteer page lists Ari Wilder as a point of contact for future events and volunteering outdoorindustry.org.
