Jaywalker Programs: The Landing and the Lodge
Jaywalker Lodge is a special place. Perhaps we’re a little biased, but years of experience and personal understanding of recovery have helped us grow into a place that’s different in a lot of really helpful ways. At Jaywalker Lodge, our passion and sole purpose are to help men find lasting, long-term recovery. It’s a cause […]
Shredding Sobriety, Mink hucks 4 big ones
In 2010, I came back to Jaywalker Lodge to be a counselor intern during my last semester in Graduate School. When I got back all of my friends were talking about this guy who had gone through Jaywalker Lodge while I was away. His name was Adam Mink. Apparently, he was a great guy, good […]
Denver Marathon
Jaywalker would like to congratulate our very own endurance professional and Landing supervisor, Brendon Kerton, on completing the Denver Marathon yesterday. Brendon has competed in numerous races across the country and even in an Ironman. In yesterday’s race, Brendon finished in the top 15% defeating over 2500 racers. Nice work Brendon! Donnie Hagenbart Program Coordinator […]
Paintball
The new clients at The Landing joined the students from Jaywalker U for a friendly game of paintball. Feelings ranged from anticipation to downright terror as the Landing suffered multiple defeats to the more experienced U team. Hundreds of rounds of paintballs flew for several hours before ammunition ran out and exhaustion set in. While […]
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 […]
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 […]
Expedition to Moab
A few weeks ago clients and staff from Jaywalkers’ Landing program ventured to Moab to tackle the hikes and bikes the high desert has to offer. Mornings consisted of family breakfast followed by group led by program supervisor Brendon Kerton. The men spent a couple hours studying the 12 steps, focusing on Step One, outlining […]
Full Circle
Jaywalkers Landing Program Supervisor, Brendon Kerton, celebrated 5 years of sobriety this last Saturday. This was truly an inspiration to all Jaywalker alumni. Brendon is someone who has come full circle with Jaywalker, from client to counselor. When congratulated for his sobriety Brendon responded with, “Woo hoo! Thanks everybody. Let me say that this has […]
