Rock climbing has a positive influence on mental health by training the mind and body to create a resilient feedback loop. There are multiple techniques that can help someone become grounded and land in their body in the present moment.

When we learn new ways to care for ourselves, develop relationships with like-minded individuals, and feel motivated each day, it is easier to live a healthy life. It’s the joy we experience together outside that keeps us coming back.

Time in the field, extended through immersion, allows us to connect with goals, challenges, and dreams on a deeper level. In addition, adventure immersions enable us to unplug, reset, slow down, and adopt a natural pace in harmony with the environment.

The nature prescription is a powerful intervention. Now, more than ever, natural spaces are the place to be. Research is revealing that time immersed outside can boost our immune system, alter mental states, and increase our overall health.

Happy hormones contribute to various aspects of one’s health and wellness, including reducing stress levels and enhancing feelings of belonging and purpose. The word "hormone" is a slight misnomer, but for the sake of discussion, these neurotransmitters influence us in many ways.

The world is full of teachers, and many of them are not human. Rivers, forests, mountains, trees—they are the ancient teachers with keys to locked parts inside of us all.

It is through communication, shared experiences, and camaraderie that we really find ourselves. When we explore nature, learn new skills, and engage in adventures together, we are brought to the immediate, into the moment, and we grow.

Adventure Recovery is thrilled to offer a new training to our community of compassionate, thoughtful mental health and recovery advocates: Adventure Recovery coaching.

Healing in nature can be a regular practice. It may be climbing, surfing, trail running, whitewater paddling, or a mindful walk in the woods. However we do it, for so many of us, nature is our church.

Adventure Recovery is dedicated, first and foremost, to the best interests of our clients and our team. As a result, we are taking all necessary steps, outlined by the WHO and CDC, to best handle the evolution of COVID-19 and variants.

Time in the field is something we savor deeply because it’s where we see the real magic happen. As we shake off the day-to-day stresses, take some deep breaths, and come to the present moment, we generate space for healing and growth. It’s an honor to witness the transformation.

Through adventure, we learn not only about the wonder and beauty of nature but also come home to ourselves. We grow confident in our own skin. Adventure Recovery coaching complements more traditional paraprofessional support systems.

Everyone faces times and situations in life when a problem rears its head from out of nowhere and throws a thunderbolt of havoc into the seemingly serene present day. It can create a level of anxiety that shakes us to our core. What do we do?  

“Very early in my recovery, someone challenged me with this statement: ‘Face your fears and live your dreams.’ For whatever reason, that statement became a driving force in my recovery and my life as a whole.” Read on to hear the AR founder's story.