Avalanche Safety Tips
Winter is here and with it came feet of snow! However exciting this may be, there are some adherent risks involved with the amount of snow this early in the season. In order to have a safe and fun time in the back-country we must take precautions. Whether you are an avalanche novice or expert, […]
Stimulant Abuse Among College Students Problematic
Nearly one in every five college students abuses prescription stimulants.” A recent survey sponsored by Partnership for Drug -Free Kids revealed that more than 20% of college students abuse prescription stimulants. The students reported using the drugs to help them stay awake, study or improve their school performance. The drugs abused are typically the same […]
Who is a Jaywalker?
Who is a Jaywalker? An addict with a tendency to relapse in the past despite an honest desire to recover An alcoholic who continues drinking or using because he believes that his life would be boring without it An addict who, after a treatment experience, knows all the right things to say but continues to […]
The Sculpture has Landed
James Surls gave a loud “hoot” and tossed his cap into the air as the anxious crowd applauded the touchdown of the 20 foot sculpture onto the marble base where it will reside. There were dozens of onlookers, including those who have been working on Carbondale’s new traffic roundabout. The labor for bronze and steel […]
Bicycle Friendly Community
Carbondale, Colorado has been recognized by The League of American Bicyclists as a Gold Level Bicycle Friendly Community. The creation of Carbondale’s new Community Bike Park made it possible for Carbondale to jump from a Bronze Level Certification to a Gold status. Carbondale will retain its Gold status for the next four years. Next stop […]
NOLA 2014
It was a Christian home, marked by crucifixes on the walls, an open bible on the coffee table. Ms. Nita prepared for us the best gumbo we had ever tasted, deep and rich, the product of generations. It was her thank you to the volunteers who had come to share this long awaited day, her […]
Jaywalker Ski Season
The first big snow storm has hit our area and that can only mean one thing. It’s ski and snowboard season! Mountain based expeditions in the Aspen Mountains are an integral component of all the Jaywalker’s programs. Our clients are challenged to improve not only mentally and spiritually but, physically, as well. Here is a […]
Early Registration
Early registration for the Spring Semester at Colorado Mountain College is here! There are many courses available at the four satellite campuses in the Roaring Fork Valley—Aspen, Carbondale, Spring Valley, and Glenwood Springs. There are bachelor’s degree options in business administration, sustainable studies, and now nursing. Pass the word to all alumni and prospective students […]
Ironman 70.3 Austin
A few weeks ago, one of our very own, Peyton Ward, toed the starting line at Ironman 70.3 Austin. Being relatively new to the sport of triathlon, I’m sure he was experiencing the kind of anxiety that one experiences prior to beginning a 70 plus mile journey done in several hours. Peyton, having already faced […]
Honoring our Veterans
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” John F. Kennedy Our veterans deserve more than just our respect and gratitude. As our past commander in-chief states in the above quote, words are not enough. As I have learned in […]
