Sewing the Future
It is my wish that Carbondale will grow to appreciate the significant meaning of the symbolism represented in this sculpture. It is from the heart of my family that we do our part in this gift to the town of Carbondale.” Internationally renowned sculpture artist, James Surls The Jaywalker men and staff were treated to […]
Solutions Trip to the Oglala Lakota Reservation
Pine Ridge is one of the most impoverished areas of our country. The average life expectancy of a man is 48, of a woman 52. Alcoholism is rampant plaguing 70 – 80% of the population. Unemployment runs at 85%. Teen suicide is 5X’s the national average. It is a hard place. Yet despite all of […]
Welcome Stanley
Jaywalker would like to congratulate its newest hire, Stanley Jones. Stanley will take on the responsibility of Jaywalker U’s first residential technician and will also provide services as a part time/fill in Tech at the Lodge and Landing. Stanley graduated Jaywalker Lodge in June of 2012 and has since become a valued member of the […]
Save the Date
The 7th Annual Jaywalker Lodge Serenity Scramble will be held on Monday, September 15 at Ironbridge Golf Club. Ironbridge is one of Golf Digest Magazine’s top rated courses in all of Colorado. As always, the format will be scramble style, with a shot-gun start at 10:00 am. Save the date, and stay tuned for more […]
Flying High in Recovery
I remember driving the Jaywalker Lodge Sprinter to Sedona in 2013, I had the distinct thought that I didn’t want to make that arduous 10 hour drive ever again but instead I wanted to fly to Sedona next time. My father has been a private pilot for 50 years and I grew up flying planes […]
The Power of Presence
A person with mind/body coordination conveys an image of indefinable calmness and stability.” Karen Bradshaw, 4th Degree Black-belt, Chong nu Martial Arts Tuck, Pluck and Windmill are just a few of cool “ninja” moves a group of Jaywalker employees and myself had the opportunity to work on Wednesday afternoon at the 3rd Street Center. Karen […]
Welcome Patrick Young
Jaywalker Lodge welcomes out newest counselor, Patrick Young. Patrick is a 2009 graduate of the Solutions program so is well versed in the Jaywalker culture and 12 step recovery. Patrick holds a Master of Arts degree from the Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies. He is licensed in the State of Minnesota as a LADC […]
Summer Semester
The Spring semester here at Colorado Mountain College is coming to an end and it time to start thinking about summer classes. Registration for summer classes opens Monday April 21st. Please contact your local Colorado Mountain College campus to set up a meeting with your advisor. Donnie Hagenbart Program Coordinator Jaywalker U
Mindfulness in Recovery 11th Step Retreat
There is a direct linkage among self-examination, meditation and prayer. Taken separately these practices can bring much relief and benefit. But when they are logically related and interwoven, the result is an unshakable foundation for life.” (Page 98, 12 X 12) Join us for a day dedicated to deepening your experience and personal understanding of […]
Recharge and Reward
Today the JWU crew enjoyed a day of outdoor games which promoted teamwork, fitness, healthy competition and sober socializing. The activities included basketball, Frisbee, croquet and bocce ball on a day in which a higher power broke the clouds and snow long enough for a day of outdoor fun to occur. After lunching at the […]
