Alongside
What will happen if we thrive…..
Nearly 300,000 veterans from the Iraq and Afghanistan war are female.
33% of First Responders in America are women.
Countless women pace in angst awaiting the return of their spouses from overseas conflict.
Spouses, we see you.
Thrive : to grow vigorously, prosper and gain despite circumstances
What if you could attend a retreat….. and then give back
Alongside WVO offers project-based events where you can connect with others doing outreach. a retreat helps you focus on yourself, important! Do this first, then come and serve and support your community and each other as a tribe. Join in veterans outreach and community activities—whether making sandwiches for future participants or skiing with someone that has never done it before, you are an intricate part of their “better”.
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Disconnect to Connect
On average a person spends over 6 hours per day connected to devices of technology. We are distracted and overloaded.
Part of our project is to disconnect from our screens and connect with people around us. Every minute counts.
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repose
Campfires, Meditation and Yoga
Some of many ways to offer a sense of calm connection. Communal places to gather ,socialize or breathe.
We help provide a grounding experience fostering connection within and with nature. Here we simply provide a place for reflection and relaxation.
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Trails, Bikes, Skis
Being outside doing an activity in a group provides people with mental, physical and social benefits.
Surrounding your self with nature = mood boost!
Working on a project in a group gives you an emotional connection.
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Community, Education, Meditation
GOAL: leave an Alongside event with tools for a mindful life.
Attend classes on the trail for biking, skiing, first aid, mindfulness, yoga outside, foraging, nutrition for the brain and foraging.
