2025 Recovery and Wellness Series
Boulder, CO
Our popular Recovery and Wellness Series is back for another exciting and inviting year of programs! In 2025, we’ve included high-energy, fun Team Challenge Summer Camp Days; more Farm Days at Light Root Community Farm; more Sunset Events on Flagstaff Mountain in Boulder; and even Movie Nights. You’ll find something for everyone on our lively 2025 calendar! Designed for anyone in any kind of recovery, no matter how long, from 10 hours to 10 months to 10 years or more, this series is one-of-a-kind. We invite you to join us for this fresh, new perspective to jumpstart the wellness journey. Come experience recovery in a healthy, fun, like-minded community!
Please register for our events here: https://naturehikes.org
Saturday, January 18, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
“Recovery Movie Night”
Boulder Chautauqua Park
We invite you to experience an entertaining evening with like-minded peers in recovery. We’ll enjoy an inspiring recovery-themed movie, of course with popcorn and other theater snacks! The post-holiday months of January and February are difficult for so many of us. Short days and long nights. Cold weather. Community is more important than ever. Come share fun snacks and conversation, and welcome the strength that comes from a supportive community, and beat the winter blahs! Recovery Movie Night will take place inside the Ranger Cottage in the parking lot at the entrance to Chautauqua Park.
Saturday, February 8, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
“Recovery Movie Night”
Boulder Chautauqua Park
We invite you to experience an entertaining evening with like-minded peers in recovery. We’ll enjoy an inspiring recovery-themed movie, of course with popcorn and other theater snacks! The post-holiday months of January and February are difficult for so many of us. Short days and long nights. Cold weather. Community is more important than ever. Come share fun snacks and conversation, and welcome the strength that comes from a supportive community, and beat the winter blahs! Recovery Movie Night will take place inside the Ranger Cottage in the parking lot at the entrance to Chautauqua Park.
The outdoor Recovery and Wellness Series is offered at no cost by Boulder Open Space & Mountain Parks in collaboration with Boulder Community Health and Living Color Healing. Please register for your event at naturehikes.org (scroll to find events in order date). Boulder Chautauqua events will meet at the Ranger Cottage in the main parking lot. Please bring layers appropriate for the weather, snacks, and water.
You can also register or send your questions via email to livingcolorhealing@gmail.com.
Stay tuned for the rest of our 2025 programs. Below are some of our 2024 programs to give you an idea of what we offer:
Saturday, March 16, 9 am - 12 pm
“Team Challenge Hike”
Boulder Chautauqua Park
All abilities are welcome on this hike in Boulder’s breathtaking Chautauqua Park. We will be offering a special challenge to those who are up for it! We will also have plenty of other hiking options for those who prefer a relaxed, social experience. As always, there will be plenty of time to meet new people, enhance self-care, and learn about the value of local nature from a recovery perspective. You’ll experience how community connection, public lands, and their inhabitants help give your overall happiness a well-deserved boost. After the hike, we will enjoy warm tea together. We will meet at the Ranger Cottage in the parking lot at the entrance to Boulder Chautauqua Park. All fitness levels are welcome. See you there!
Saturday, April 20, 9 am - 12 pm
“Nature & Recovery”
Boulder Chautauqua Park
Join Addiction Recovery Coach Brian Klink of Living Color Healing and Recovery Support Specialist Jim Veraldi, as well as other local experts, to discover the value of nature from a recovery perspective. In this sensory experience, we’ll blend social connection and nature immersion to deepen our connections and experience how a reciprocal relationship with the natural world can enhance our recovery. We will meet at the Ranger Cottage in the parking lot at the entrance to Boulder Chautauqua Park. Come jumpstart your recovery in this supportive, like-minded community!
Saturday, May 11, 9 am - 12 pm
“Conscious Reconnection on the Farm”
Light Root Community Farm, Boulder
Light Root Community farm is a regenerative, draft-horse powered farm and dairy located on 60 acres of Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) farmland in Boulder, CO. Join us on this unique and rare opportunity as we team up with husband and wife farmer team, Cameron Genter and Daphne Kingsley, on a journey to see how the practice of harvesting and giving back to the land relates to a sustainable recovery process. This interactive farm experience explores their small grass-based dairy, and how they rejuvenate the health of their fields. Get inspired hearing their story and how a connection to the community drives Light Root Community Farm's social mission.
Saturday, May 18, 9 am - 12 pm
“Summer Camp Day”
Boulder Chautauqua Park
Recovery is hard work, but it doesn’t have to be all work and no play. Join us for the light-hearted energy of Summer Camp Day and experience the happiness of outdoor games. And our high-energy activities also have purpose: teamwork, communication, and problem solving, all in a supportive and enjoyable setting. Fun and laughter are important ingredients in a well-rounded recovery. Come discover a refreshing new perspective on recovery!
Saturday, June 1, 9 am - 12 pm
“Conscious Reconnection on the Farm”
Light Root Community Farm, Boulder
Light Root Community farm is a regenerative, draft-horse powered farm and dairy located on 60 acres of Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) farmland in Boulder, CO. Join us on this unique and rare opportunity as we team up with husband and wife farmer team, Cameron Genter and Daphne Kingsley, on a journey to see how the practice of harvesting and giving back to the land relates to a sustainable recovery process. This interactive farm experience explores their small grass-based dairy, and how they rejuvenate the health of their fields. Get inspired hearing their story and how a connection to the community drives Light Root Community Farm's social mission.
Saturday, June 15, 6 pm - 9 pm
“Celebration of Recovery: Sunset Over the Divide”
Flagstaff Mountain, Boulder
Experience the celebration of recovery community as we come together for a light hike, fun, and laughter on Flagstaff Mountain in Boulder. We’ll enjoy the sunset from this beautiful vista point and welcome the strength that comes from a supportive community. Come share snacks, games, conversation, and one of the best sunset spots on the Front Range! Meet at the Flagstaff Nature Center parking lot.
Saturday, June 29, 9 am - 12 pm
“Summer Camp Day”
Boulder Chautauqua Park
Recovery is hard work, but it doesn’t have to be all work and no play. Join us for the light-hearted energy of Summer Camp Day and experience the happiness of outdoor games. And our high-energy activities also have purpose: teamwork, communication, and problem solving, all in a supportive and enjoyable setting. Fun and laughter are important ingredients in a well-rounded recovery. Come discover a refreshing new perspective on recovery!
Saturday, July 27, 9 am - 12 pm
“Nature & Recovery”
Flagstaff Mountain, Boulder
Join Addiction Recovery Coach Brian Klink of Living Color Healing and Recovery Support Specialist Jim Veraldi, as well as other local experts, to discover the value of nature from a recovery perspective. In this sensory experience, we’ll blend social connection and nature immersion to deepen our connections and experience how a reciprocal relationship with the natural world can enhance our recovery. We will meet at the Flagstaff Nature Center parking lot. Come jumpstart your recovery in this supportive, like-minded community!
Saturday, August 10, 9 am - 12 pm
“Conscious Reconnection on the Farm”
Light Root Community Farm, Boulder
Light Root Community farm is a regenerative, draft-horse powered farm and dairy located on 60 acres of Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) farmland in Boulder, CO. Join us on this unique and rare opportunity as we team up with husband and wife farmer team, Cameron Genter and Daphne Kingsley, on a journey to see how the practice of harvesting and giving back to the land relates to a sustainable recovery process. This interactive farm experience explores their small grass-based dairy, and how they rejuvenate the health of their fields. Get inspired hearing their story and how a connection to the community drives Light Root Community Farm's social mission.
Saturday, August 24, 6 pm - 9 pm
“Celebration of Recovery: Sunset Over the Divide”
Flagstaff Mountain, Boulder
Experience the celebration of recovery community as we come together for a light hike, fun, and laughter on Flagstaff Mountain in Boulder. We’ll enjoy the sunset from this beautiful vista point and welcome the strength that comes from a supportive community. Come share snacks, games, conversation, and one of the best sunset spots on the Front Range! Meet at the Flagstaff Nature Center parking lot.
Saturday, September 21, 9 am - 12 pm
“Conscious Reconnection on the Farm”
Light Root Community Farm, Boulder
Light Root Community farm is a regenerative, draft-horse powered farm and dairy located on 60 acres of Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) farmland in Boulder, CO. Join us on this unique and rare opportunity as we team up with husband and wife farmer team, Cameron Genter and Daphne Kingsley, on a journey to see how the practice of harvesting and giving back to the land relates to a sustainable recovery process. This interactive farm experience explores their small grass-based dairy, and how they rejuvenate the health of their fields. Get inspired hearing their story and how a connection to the community drives Light Root Community Farm's social mission.
Saturday, September 28, 5 pm - 8 pm
“Celebration of Recovery: Sunset Over the Divide”
Flagstaff Mountain, Boulder
Experience the celebration of recovery community as we come together for a light hike, fun, and laughter on Flagstaff Mountain in Boulder. We’ll enjoy the sunset from this beautiful vista point and welcome the strength that comes from a supportive community. Come share snacks, games, conversation, and one of the best sunset spots on the Front Range! Meet at the Flagstaff Nature Center parking lot.
Saturday, October 19, 5 pm - 8 pm
“Celebration of Recovery: Sunset Over the Divide”
Flagstaff Mountain, Boulder
Experience the celebration of recovery community as we come together for a light hike, fun, and laughter on Flagstaff Mountain in Boulder. We’ll enjoy the sunset from this beautiful vista point and welcome the strength that comes from a supportive community. Come share snacks, games, conversation, and one of the best sunset spots on the Front Range! Meet at the Flagstaff Nature Center parking lot.
Saturday, October 26, 9 am - 12 pm
“Conscious Reconnection on the Farm”
Light Root Community Farm, Boulder
Light Root Community farm is a regenerative, draft-horse powered farm and dairy located on 60 acres of Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) farmland in Boulder, CO. Join us on this unique and rare opportunity as we team up with husband and wife farmer team, Cameron Genter and Daphne Kingsley, on a journey to see how the practice of harvesting and giving back to the land relates to a sustainable recovery process. This interactive farm experience explores their small grass-based dairy, and how they rejuvenate the health of their fields. Get inspired hearing their story and how a connection to the community drives Light Root Community Farm's social mission.
Saturday, November 9, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
“Recovery Movie Night”
Boulder Chautauqua Park
We invite you to experience an entertaining evening with like-minded peers in recovery. We’ll enjoy an inspiring recovery-themed movie, of course with popcorn and other theater snacks! With short days, long nights, and cold weather on the way, community is more important than ever. Come share good food and conversation, and welcome the strength that comes from a supportive community! Recovery Movie Night will take place inside the Ranger Cottage in the parking lot at the entrance to Chautauqua Park.
Saturday, December 14, 9 am - 12 pm
“Recovery Community Holiday Celebration”
Boulder Chautauqua Park
Experience a celebration of the recovery community this holiday season. This event is designed to share and learn from one another during the holidays, which can be stressful for many. Come share conversation, games, warm drinks and snacks, and discover a whole new level of sober fun! We will meet at the Ranger Cottage at the Chautauqua Park parking lot - see you there!
Due to popular request, we have increased the number of Recovery and Wellness Series events from12 to17 this year. We are building a welcoming, supportive community here!
The outdoor Recovery and Wellness Series is offered at no cost by Boulder Open Space & Mountain Parks in collaboration with Boulder Community Health and Living Color Healing. Please register for your event at naturehikes.org (scroll to find events in order date). Boulder Chautauqua events will meet at the Ranger Cottage in the main parking lot. Please bring layers appropriate for the weather, snacks, and water.
You can also register or send your questions via email to livingcolorhealing@gmail.com.
Learn more about Living Color Healing
What Our Participants Are Saying
“I can’t imagine another way to spend 3 hours on that Saturday that would have fed my soul more than this nature immersion experience with such wonderful people. Bravo and great work!”
“Both David and Brian demonstrated high levels of empathy, connection and positive feedback to the entire group. I felt like I belonged.”
Discover how a reciprocal relationship with the natural world can enhance your recovery!
For further information,
Visit naturehikes.org
OR
Email: livingcolorhealing@gmail.com
OR
Call: 303-725-6299