Where the Real Learning Happens.
Something happens when a group of T1Ds faces the same challenge together in the real world. Someone's CGM dies on the trail. A blood sugar drops at altitude. The heat does something unexpected to insulin absorption. And in that moment, the group solves it together — drawing on everything they know, sharing what they've experienced, learning what no one else in the group had tried yet.
This is the kind of learning you can't get from a course or a video. It's embodied, contextual, and social. It builds confidence alongside knowledge — because you're not just learning what to do, you're proving to yourself that you can handle it.
What to Expect
Events are free or low-cost by design. Experienced T1Ds are always part of the group. You don't need to be an experienced hiker or have your diabetes perfectly managed — you need to want to be outside and willing to learn alongside others managing the same thing.
- Day Hikes — Group hikes on local trails, with real-time blood sugar management discussions along the way
- Overnight Camping — Multi-day trips that add overnight management, meal planning, and gear logistics to the mix
- Rock Climbing — Indoor and outdoor climbing that adds intensity management and adrenaline variables to the mix
- Seasonal Events — Snowshoeing, paddling, and other seasonal activities that introduce new management challenges
What BCF Provides
We handle the logistics so you can focus on the experience. BCF organizes and covers campsite reservations, meals, drinks, cookware, dinnerware, cooking supplies, first aid, and extra low supplies. If you don't have your own tent or sleeping bag, we can provide those too.