WELS Pioneer Rangers

06/08/2026

❗️1 MONTH ❗️

Only 29 days until we set off! 🌄

03/07/2026

Looking back on our 2022 San Juan Ranger Hike! 4️⃣ months from today we'll be back in the Rocky Mountains 🌄

Application packets are available now!! DM us or email us at [email protected] for details.

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02/03/2026

About the 2026 Ranger Hike:

The Lutheran Pioneer Rangers are heading to Colorado for another Rocky Mountain adventure! The "Ranger Hike" is a challenging and exciting biannual backpacking trip that was established 53 years ago, in 1973. Our next one is coming up this summer!

📍 Where: San Juan Mountains – near Silverton, CO
📅 When: July 7-11
🏕️ Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
🥾 Distance: ~25 miles
⛰️ Elevation: Ranging 9,000–13,000 feet

👥 Who:
Older boys and men of the WELS, high school–age and up

This hike is an opportunity to push ourselves physically, grow in brotherhood, and spend time together in God’s creation.

⚠️ Important Note:
This is a difficult backpacking trip and is intended for participants with a solid level of physical fitness. Long hiking days, significant elevation gain, and high-altitude conditions should be expected. Training and conditioning are strongly recommended in advance of the trip.

📩 Interested?
Space is limited, so don't delay! The info packet and application form are NOW AVAILABLE! Send us an email at [email protected] to express your interest and ask questions. We will work closely with you over the next few months to answer any and all questions and ensure you are fully prepared.

We can't wait for you to join us!

06/15/2024

It's only been a week and we're already missing the desert skies above Paria Canyon 🏜 Danny Koehler Nathan Kassulke Dylan Guenther

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06/09/2024

Different year, different crew, same amazing experience.

06/08/2024

2024 Lutheran Pioneer Rangers 🌄

06/07/2024

The hikers are back safe and sound! Thankful for a safe and incredible trip in God's creation.

06/02/2024

TOMORROW. We're praying for a safe and fun trip exploring God's amazing creation!

06/01/2024

2 DAYS. Today we're en route to our base camp in Page, AZ!

05/31/2024

3 DAYS