The Finance Camp is a “real money” investment bootcamp for teens in the Roaring Fork Valley of Colorado. We promote early involvement in the financial markets using real money that students are awarded for performing local community service projects. Our students learn how to pick their own stocks and the power of compounding through long-term investment strategies.
The 2026 Finance Camp will be held at the new Hoffman Hotel conference center in Basalt Colorado. June 8th-12th.
“The most important investment you can make is in yourself.”
The Finance Camp is an investing mentorship program for 12 -15 unique students. It is designed as an intensive week of in-person, hands-on, interactive, and presentation-based learning. Students will actively use computers, software programs, and trading websites not typically available to teens.
We will cover the basics and advanced concepts of investing while transacting using real funds provided to each student. We will utilize carefully selected video content from Wall Street history and cinema to provide a perspective on the evolution and careers in finance. Several guest lecturers will share their unique experiences in specific asset classes from private equity to cryptocurrencies. The camp will run from 9 am to 4 pm, and lunch will be provided each day.
There is no financial cost to students or parents for this camp, as it’s my give back to help mentor a new era of young investors. Your hard work, engaged participation, and full attention can help you earn a $750 bonus for your trading account and a potential grand prize of $5,000 at the end of the year.
In addition to business concepts and skills, we provide a business lunch etiquette experience during a formal luncheon to enable our students to have the tools and confidence to thrive in unique business environments.
Let’s go!
Ron Speaker
2026 Finance Camp Runs June 8th to June 12th.
Camp Day 1
Intro to the history of Wall Street, the exchanges, and evolution of its products.
- History of the famous investors, heroes and villains of Wall St.
- Investable assets and exchanges.
- Activation and funding of student accounts.
- Watch highlights from “Trading Places” followed by discussion.
- What makes a good business?
Camp Day 2 – 5
Broad curriculum and testing.
- How to read financial statements.
- Technical analysis.
- Guest lectures.
- Using put and call options.
- Crypto currency.
- Real estate investing.
- Final exam. Students who achieve 75%+ correct receive a $750 bonus payment to their account.
June to Dec. 2026
Trading Challenge Begins and Runs Through Year End.
- Each student is in charge of managing their own account.
- Instructor will be available for consultations.
- The student who grows their capital the most with verifiable trades wins the grand prize.
- All student results will be posted on group chat board.
To learn more about my other financial education offerings, please click the image below to my umbrella website, TheFC.me.
