
The Noble Heart’s Base Camp Gathering is a distinctive men’s retreat designed to foster deep spiritual connection, personal reflection, and authentic brotherhood.
Held at Trail West Lodge in Buena Vista, Colorado, this gathering is intentionally crafted as a highly relational experience. It’s a time for men to engage deeply with God and with one another through shared stories, laughter, prayer, and meaningful conversations. The event includes both formal sessions and informal gatherings around meals, campfires, and outdoor activities.
Any questions: email Gary at gary@thenobleheart.com


The event is part of The Noble Heart’s broader mission to help individuals uncover and live out their God-given calling. Through various resources, including podcasts, courses, and other events, The Noble Heart supports men in their spiritual journeys.



I got it. You’re all set for a bottom bunk.
Michael, you’re all set.
Hey David
I believe we are to arrive at Buena Vista around 4 PM Thursday the 9th. Thursday evening session is likely around 6 PM. The drive is 2 to 3 hours from Denver if I remember right. Sunday session will likely be finished by noon on the 12th. And drive time back to Denver or Colorado Springs
Hey Curt is your car full yet? And you will be returning to Denver Sunday afternoon/evening, correct?
Hi Caleb,
I’m going to return to the Springs on Sunday afternoon, but would be glad to take you to Denver if there are no other rides.
No riders yet
Hi Curt
I’ll be in Denver early morning Thursday. If I don’t catch an earlier ride, I will go with you. I can’t remember what time the Thursday evening session starts, need to ask. With luggage, car rental, 3 hrs drive time, plus maybe a stop for grub… could be close
We will start at 6:00 on Thursday with dinner, but registration will start at 3:00. We’ll conclude on Sunday around noon.
Noon on Sunday. Possibly by 11:00. We will serve lunch on Sunday.
I have room in my car. Arrive DEN at 1:52 on the 9th. I’m staying a couple of days after the retreat, but could take you back to DEN.
I’d love for you all to share your thoughts about the weekend. And, thank you all for helping with our meals!
It was so great to step away from “the world” once again, and re-center myself before the Lord, allowing Him to speak. And speak He does, especially (for me) through other men and the topics shared during our sessions. Another memorable event that I will cherish.
Thank you so much for an incredible weekend. I have taken to heart everything we worked on together. I am already beginning to implement changes in my life based on the examinations we did. I will watch all the videos you have provided to review and maximize my work until I attend the next one. I count this weekend as one of the most extraordinary, life-changing endeavors I have been a part of.
I am so grateful to have been included, and I look forward to the next one.
This is so good to hear. This echoes my own heart.
It was a great weekend, and I feel fortunate to have so many noble-hearted men in my life. It is a gift.
I promised a couple of guys to post the books and movie I used, so here they are:
Movie: “A Walk in the Woods,”
Book: “The Men We Need,” by Brant Hansen
Book: “Wild Goose Chase,” by Mark Batterson
Great Weekend! God gave clarification and direction for this next season of my life. I was blessed to have my friend Brian ride with me as drove out to Colorado – had a blast and roadtrip just added to the whole Basecamp experience.. I’m already looking forward to next year 🙂
Cliff Elrod – Virginia