Shipway Celebrates 1 Year
Steve Shipway was the classic example of a “Broken Man” upon his arrival At Jaywalker Lodge a year ago. I first met Steve on a Lodge expedition to Moab while taking a group hike. Those of you who know Steve, know that he likes to share a good story or two! This story was not […]
Dave K Celebrates 3 Years
HE DID IT!!!!! HE ACTUALLY DID IT!!!!! Dave Krimstock has managed to not drink or use drugs for 3 years… What makes this accomplishment all the more impressive is that Dave arrived in our community three years ago as a scraggly refugee of Boulder’s Bohemian mountain lifestyle. No one ever thought a bearded man from […]
Mike’s ‘Going Away’ Party
Say Farewell but never Goodbye ” Michael Moreland Personally, I’m not a big fan of going away parties but today was an exception. The Jaywalker staff came together to share food, fun, and memories with Mike Moreland, Jaywalker Lodge Residential Manager, and a fond farewell as he embarks on a new life journey. We enjoyed […]
IOP March Moab Expedition
On March 26-28, 2014 nine Jaywalker MIOP clients, 1-Alumni and 1-staff traveled to Moab, UT for 3-days of fellowship, golf, hiking, bowling, and skydiving. This was an opportunity to get away from the routine of work and treatment in the Roaring Fork Valley and to play together in one of the most beautiful places in […]
Third Street Center State Fair
Follow us to the Third Street Center an see what the hubbub is all about…The fall fair is open to everyone.” Kat Rich volunteer event coordinator The Third Street Center here in Carbondale was bustling with activity Friday evening. This was the inaugural “State Fair” event which featured a carnival atmosphere with performances by local […]
Serenity Scramble
It’s that time of year again! Jaywalker Lodge is hosting the 6th Annual Jaywalker Lodge Serenity Scramble on Saturday, September 28, at River Valley Ranch Golf Club in Carbondale, CO. All proceeds benefit two local non-profits: A Way Out and Valley Partnership for Drug Prevention. The shotgun start will kick off at 8:30 AM sharp, followed […]
Serious Joy
Last week Lenny Beaulieu, Mike Moreland, and the Jaywalker Outpatient men headed to Moab for a few days of some serious joy. While in Moab the men played some golf, hiked some trails, and participated in one of the biggest trust falls out there; jumping out of a plane! This was a great way for […]
RECOVERY MAGIC
Those of us who have struggled with this disease of addiction know there are no quick fixes, miracle cures, or chemical solutions to this progressive and potentially fatal disease. “Remember that we deal with alcohol- cunning, baffling, powerful! Without help it is too much for us.” Fortunately, we live in a valley that is rich […]
Productive Members of Society
Last week the men of Jaywalker’s Modified Integrated Outpatient Program headed west to magnificent Moab, Utah. While in Moab the men had some sober fun jumping out of airplanes, hiking up trails, and jumping off cliffs on their mountain bikes. Not only was this trip a great way for the men to experience some serious […]
Leap of Faith
” If you don’t step out of your comfort zone and face your fears,the number of situations that make you uncomfortable will keep growing” ~ Theo Pistorius The men of the Jaywalker Intensive Outpatient Treatment program had the opportunity to JUMP out of their comfort zones this past week in Moab, Utah. Skydiving has become […]
