Rags and Leathers Program

Camp Chief Ouray’s Rags and Leathers Program is designed to help campers and staff grow in spirit, mind and body.

This is done through personal goal setting and commitment, mentorship and action steps.  This growth is further encouraged through meaningful symbolism and thoughtful ceremony.

Campers must be at least 9 years old to participate in the Leathers Program and 12 years old to participate in the Rags Program.

There are three Leathers (Triangle, Square and Circle) and seven Rags (Blue, Silver, Brown, Gold, Red, Purple and White).  For more information on the history of the Rags and Leathers program, you can read this PDF.

Campers do not need to sign up for the Rags and Leathers program before their camp session; rather, they can notify their counselor while they are at camp.  Once a camper has decided to participate, the Camp Chief Ouray staff will set them up with a mentor.

Ragger's Creed

I would be true, for there are those who trust me;
I would be pure, for there are those who care;
I would be strong, for there is much to suffer;
I would be brave, for there is much to dare.
I would be friend to all
the foe, the friendless;
I would be giving, and forget the gift;
I would be humble, for I know my weakness;
I would look up, and laugh, and love and lift.