Therapy Has Been The Unexpected Positive Aspect of B2B
Most people will tell you that they are not afraid of anything, but for me, fear was the main thing standing in my way. I was afraid that a program, or B2B, wouldn’t help my problems and that they were unsolvable. I’ve found these fears to be present no matter where I...
If You’re On The Fence Back2Basics Can Help
When you are addicted there are many obstacles that can prevent you from getting into recovery and getting sober. For me it was my willingness to see the point in getting sober in the first place. Once I accepted the fact and I was willing I began my journey on the...
Sobriety Is A Journey Not A Destination
With Back2Basics, everything is integrated with the program as a whole. All of the staff and the clients are involved and connected. The program is centered on learning how to enjoy life and is based on outdoor adventure therapy. Spending time in the outdoors and the...
Family Letter 09-04 Navajo National Monument
Dear Family, This weekend we went on a trip to Navajo National Monument near Page Arizona. We went on a tour of the Keet Seel cliff dwelling ruins while we were there. To get to the ruins, we had to do an 8.5 mile hike, so the first night we just camped...
Trust Builds Friendships
Friendships are made when two people connect on varying levels. Some friendships are extremely close while others may be moderate. I used to believe I had many friends when in reality I had acquaintances. Friends help one another, hold one another accountable, and...
Family Letter 08-29-18 Going Solo to Edge of the World
Greetings families. This weekend we were set up for a group solo trip. This is where we would head for a base camp area and then break up into our own solo sites. We would all spend a day and a half in relative solitude working on therapeutic assignments and self...
Teamwork is The Key To Success
This week we worked with the Grand Canyon Trust to build a fence meant to protect important lakes from overuse by cattle ranching. Over three days we repaired two fences. One around VT Lake and one around a mile and half lake. In order to complete the fences we had to...
Nothing Will Keep Me Down
This week was very challenging. First we hiked the North Rim of the Grand Canyon and I didn’t think I would make it. The beauty of it was astounding however. We then built fences another day to keep cattle from the water sources which was quite fulfilling. My appendix...
Time In The Outdoors Heals
Since I was young I have been interested in environmental sustainability ad preservation. I have both volunteered and studied abroad where I had been a part of group projects directed towards sustainability efforts. It has always been a passion of mine. Unfortunately...Certifications:
A National Leader In Outdoor Recovery
