The Christian Outdoor Collective

05/25/2026

TCOC | Grand Canyon 2026 Event Recap

This morning my bladder woke me up before my body was ready to be vertical. As I cleared my bleary eyes I went to my hidey spot so no one would be scarred if they happened to peek out their tent. I looked out over a meadow and saw a herd of deer happily munching on their sweet grass. I finished up my morning duties and stayed to creep on said deer and all of their peacefulness. Not 30 seconds later, a very perturbed lady elk came grunting and running across the meadow toward them. The does barely raised their heads and the ones that did looked at her as if to say, “easy there Patricia! We’re not going anywhere, head on your merry way.” (I apologize if anyone here is actually named Patricia. Welcome to my crazy brain!) The deer stayed put. Together. Unmoved by the chaos Patricia brought into the calm morning. She kept on grunting, running out of sight.

This is a beautiful picture what I saw this weekend at TCOC GC. A group of Believers coming together, refusing to unsettled by the things around them and staying together instead getting separated by the hard.

22 beautiful humans
11 states represented
5 (I think) generations
Collectively, hundreds of miles hiked
10 bags of 💩💩
Hugs
Tears
Worship through song
Worship through awe
S’mores
Prayers
Laughter
Campfires
Shared gear
Shared stories
Rushing out of camp to catch an epic sunset together
Strangers becoming friends
Friends becoming family
First time campers bravely showing up
Seasoned campers speaking truth and life into the newbies
People pushing themselves physically, emotionally, and spiritually
Living like Jesus by taking care of strangers and each other

This trip would not have been possible without the hard work of John Adamson, Killeen Partridge Galbraith, and the prayers of the leadership team. I’m honored to serve alongside some of the best humanoids ever created. ❤️

Meet strangers in the wilderness. You’ll never be the same…… in the BEST possible way.

- TCOC Leader

05/05/2026

If you didn’t know, we also have a Facebook group, and we’d love for you to join us! It’s a great place to connect with our community, see what we’re up to, and stay in the loop on upcoming events and meetups. Come hang out with us and be part of the conversation!

Please answer the group membership questions when requesting to join.

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05/05/2026

TCOC | Fi****ms Training #5 Event Recap

We had another great time this past weekend at the 5th fi****ms training event in Boise, ID. This one was much smaller than previous ones but that didn’t mean we had less fun. The participants had more personal instruction time and a lot more rounds fired than previous trainings. Nate of Valiance Training and his instructors always do a great job of bringing biblical principles and values to each and every training.

Whether or not you’re already proficient with fi****ms, you will come out of these with more knowledge and insight. These are also perfect for anyone who has never even picked up a firearm before, which has been the case for a lot of the participants in the past.

If you’ve been on the fence about going, I highly urge you to attend the next one. We are still debating on if we will be holding another training in September or October, but if you were planning to go, please let us know and we will make it happen. We will for sure have another one in May 2027.

We’ll try to get more sponsors for the next events to make it more fun and perhaps with more giveaways and free stuff. Thanks to Cerakote (David Meador) for sponsoring this past event with free ammo! Much appreciated!

We’ve typically tried to plan some additional activities and time for fellowship after the training, but in the past it’s often been more informal, something we’ve played by ear. Moving forward, we want to be more intentional about that. Our goal is to have a clearer plan in place so that everyone has meaningful opportunities to connect and spend time together beyond just the training itself.

J. Paul Knight shared this perspective, and I really appreciated it, especially for those who are traveling to Boise, we want to make sure your time here feels full and purposeful. Heather Willets also mentioned that while the training is a big reason she attends, it’s the fellowship that keeps her coming back. That really resonated with us, because at the end of the day, that’s the heart behind everything we do at TCOC.

For those who have gone previously, please give people a brief testimonial of your experience at these events. It might help with someone on the fence about attending. With all that said, we implore you to consider attending the next one! Feel free to ask any questions!

05/04/2026

04/08/2026

TCOC | Leavenworth Camp 2026⁣
August 21 - 24, 2026⁣
Peshastin, WA⁣
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We’re gathering August 21–24, 2026 at Camas Bible Camp near Leavenworth, WA for a long weekend of learning, worship, and community in the outdoors. This is the first time we’re doing something like this, and we’re excited for it. ✝️⁣
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Our heart is simple: to help more people feel confident outside while building meaningful community along the way.⁣
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The Accommodations⁣
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Camas Bible Camp has cabins and facilities that we will be utilizing. Food (breakfast/lunch/dinner) is included in the price and most allergies can be accommodated. People are also welcome to tent camp and car camp. There will be plenty of space.
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The facilities will also have basketball and tennis courts, mini-golf, etc.⁣
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The Details⁣
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📅 Dates: August 21–24, 2026⁣
💵 Cost: $250 per person (yes, kids can come!)⁣
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome- great for families⁣
🍽 All meals included (Friday dinner, all 3 meals on Saturday/Sunday, Monday breakfast)⁣
⛺️ There are many cabins with a variety of capacities and plenty of space to pitch your tent or bring your truck camper! (Please see registration for rooming information)⁣
🧢 Capping registration at 85⁣
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All info is in our private FB group:

https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1E1rCpQSSM/?mibextid=wwXIfr

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from the Christian Outdoor Collective! 🌿✝️

Today we celebrate the risen King, Jesus Christ- who conquered sin and death and brought us new life through His resurrection.

Easter reminds us that hope is not just a feeling- it’s a promise. The same God who paints the sunrise, fills the rivers, and breathes life into the wilderness is the God who rolled the stone away. No valley is too deep. No burden is too heavy for the One who lives.

Whether you’re worshiping at church, around a campfire, on a trail, or at home with family, we pray you’re reminded that Christ is alive, and because He lives, we can walk in freedom, courage, and purpose.

“He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” -Matthew 28:6

He is risen! He is risen indeed! 🙌🌄

04/01/2026

Hey group! We’re so excited that it’s April 1st. After much consideration, we’ve decided to officially change our name from The Christian Outdoor Collective to…

🏡 The Christian Outsidey Collective 🏡

Because let’s be honest… some of y’all don’t actually like the outdoors… you just like being outside-ish.

And with that, we’ve made a few big changes moving forward:

❌ All 2026 events are officially cancelled because they’re simply too outdoorsy.

🥵 Too much dirt.
🦟 Too many bugs.
🌧 Too much “weather.”
From here on out, all events will include:

💨 Air conditioning (mandatory)
🚽 Plumbing (non-negotiable)
🛜 WiFi (for you influencers)
🛏️ Soft mattresses (sleeping pads are oppression)
🚿 Hot showers (because “camp shower” is a scam)
🌡️If the event doesn’t have a thermostat, we’re not doing it

Welcome to the future of fellowship.

Welcome to being OUTSIDEY. 😌🌲🏕➡️🏡

02/10/2026

TCOC | Fi****ms Training #5 - Boise, ID

🗓️ When: May 2 - 3, 2026

📍 Where: Boise, ID

⌚️ Time: 8am - 12pm, Saturday and Sunday

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We held our 4th fi****ms training in October and due to popular demand, we are doing it again in the spring. This will be led by former US Army Ranger Nate Castillo of Valiance Training, a Christian-based fi****ms training company. It will be a 2-day training event. All experience levels are welcome, from someone who has never held a firearm before, to someone who is proficient, this event is for you. You will learn something new, guaranteed.

Day 1 will be more handgun centered, while Day 2 will be a mix of handgun and then will transition to AR15 training.

STEP 1

Go through the registration process. Each person attending will need to fill out their own separate registration and payment even if using the same payment method.

(LINK TO REGISTER IS IN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP)

Note: When you get to the part where you are entering your payment info and you see the option to contribute to Zeffy, feel free to click on "Other", and then write "0". This is a voluntary contribution to support the free platform we're using.

Attendee Ticket- $275 (includes training fee for Saturday and Sunday, does NOT include ammo)

📣 SPECIAL OFFER 📢

For the first 10 paid registrants only, we will be giving you 200 rounds of 9mm ammo to use for the weekend, thanks to a sponsorship by Cerakote, a company who believes in what we're doing. Thank you to TCOC member David Meador for facilitating it!

The event group chat:

https://m.me/ch/AbaskFwjBuIpSofa/?send_source=cm:copy_invite_link

(only registered participants will be allowed in the chat)

We do not have anything planned for the group in terms of activities during the times we aren’t training. This can be discussed in the group chat.

MORE INFO

📍TRAINING LOCATION

The training will be held at the Valiance Training private range in the Boise foothills (near Dry Creek Ranch). The exact location will be given the day before to registrants.

🔫 FI****MS

If you do not own a firearm, there will be some for you to use. We will be training with 9mm handguns. You are free to bring your own firearm/s as well, but you will be responsible for bringing your own ammo if it’s anything other than 9mm.

🎯 AMMUNITION

This will require a minimum amount of 300 rounds of 9mm ammunition for both days. We will have ammo for purchase (~$15 per box of 50 rounds). You're free to bring your own ammo as well. The more you bring/buy, the merrier!

We will also be shooting AR15s, which take a different type of ammunition. Boxes of that will also be available for purchase if you want to shoot that (~$15 per box of 20 rounds).

📋 FAQs

What do I bring? 🕶️🎧

The only items that you will be responsible to bring will be eye protection (safety glasses/sunglasses will suffice) and ear protection (electronic earmuffs are highly recommended). I HIGHLY SUGGEST these: https://a.co/d/iRM2JXV

What do I wear? 🥾

Wear closed toed shoes. A hat is also a recommendation. The weather in May is a little chilly in the mornings and low 70s during the day. Please dress and prepare accordingly.

What if I've never held a gun before, is this training for me? 🤓

Yes, it is. We've had several people who have never held or shot a gun before and they all left the event feeling a lot more comfortable and confident with handling and shooting one.

What if I'm already proficient and knowledgeable with guns?

We will have something for all skill levels. We can divide the group up once we get a baseline of everyone's skill level and then do different training based off of that.

01/13/2026

❄️TCOC | Bogus Basin has officially ended, and to say I will be living beneath the stupor of a post-trip high for the next week (at least) is an understatement. While the snow at Bogus lived up to its name (aka just a lil …bogus), quick pivots to Brundage, mountain forests shrouded in snow, and visitations to hot springs provided glorious occupation. Conversations were shared, games played (and created…), challenges met, meals crafted and eaten (THANK YOU again Josh, Victoria, Nubia) and above all, everyone showed up fully in flexibility paired with joy as we pursued community and adventure all weekend long.

In all of those who attended, I personally found great treasure, again, as God connected the dots between us all, crafting and strengthening something profoundly beautiful. I am continually amazed at the intricate way in which our interactions as a community birth life in our hearts that extends beyond the boundary lines of one trip. Although we all come from different spaces, a value for connection birthed in a shared love of Jesus and the outdoors shocks me with the level of fun and real it produces. I want to personally thank every person who attended, for the way you shared, shifted, pursued, served, and invested. I had only met a few of you prior, and it feels like I am walking away from this weekend with a whole load of beauty in my heart made up of new connections. Whether you recognize it or not, you all are ones of great beauty, strength, and intrinsic value, a value I hope you can see clearly. Thank you, truly, for participating and lending TCOC your time, space, and energy. You make this space great.

Now the only question that remains is… how can I convince all of you to come with me to Vermont in September? 😎🥳

See you (again) ((hopefully very)) soon! ❤️❄️⛷️🏂

- | Kara Hoch (TCOC Event Organizer)