April 16, 2022Location: Denver Fencing CenterHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Craig Hospital FencingToday’s class will be focused on learning the fundamentals of saber fencing. After learning the basics, we had a casual competition keeping score. It was a great learning experience and loads of fun for everyone. A big thanks to Chris, our instructor, […]
April 12, 2022Location: USAFA Equestrian Center, Colorado Springs, COHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Operation TBI Freedom Equine Assisted LearningIt was a great day for our opening session of Equine Assisted Learning. We had an amazing time with a group of veterans and their families learning about the power of working with horses to help with
April 10, 2022Location: RMS Gear, Wheatridge, COHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: TBI Freedom, Craig Hospital, VA Archery Instruction It’s always a great time at RMS Gear learning the fundamentals of archery using traditional recurve bows. Everyone had plenty of instruction and time to sling some arrows at the targets. We wrapped up at lunch
April 9, 2022Location: Kilroy’s Workshop, Colorado Springs, COHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Ft. Carson SRU, TBI Freedom, VA Blacksmithing Great way to start the weekend with a group of veterans and family members learning the fundamentals of blacksmithing. Once again, our Master Blacksmith, Ron Hardman, took his time to make sure everyone understood what
April 6, 2022Location: Art Students League of DenverHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Ft. Carson, Craig Hospital, VA Art Class – Introduction to Drawing We will be learning the basics of sketching using charcoal, a white canvas and the model of a bust. While it’s quite a challenge, it’s also a lot of fun. Everyone
April 4, 2022Location: Cottonwood Center for the ArtsHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Operation TBI Freedom Art Class – Book FoldingWhat a great night with a group of veterans and their families learning about book folding. This class was very interesting. Our instructor, Bonnie Nelson, taught us different ways and techniques to create amazing book
March 26, 2022Location: Valhalla Hunt Club, Bennett, COHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Craig Hospital Trap Shooting We are excited that Craig Hospital patients are able to get back out into the community again after the extended pandemic restrictions. All of the patients who participated in today’s outing had previous experience shooting clays so they
Date: March 19, 2022Location: The Bluffs, Byers, COSponsored by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Operation TBI and Ft. Carson SRU Pheasant HuntIt is sunny day with a nice breeze—perfect for spending time in the grassy fields of the Bluffs Hunt Club in Byers. We gather at the clubhouse for lunch and discuss what the group can
Date: March 12, 2022Location: RMS Gear, Wheat Ridge, COHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Craig Hospital, Ft. Carson SRU, Operation TBI Freedom, VA Archery Instruction We enjoyed our time learning the fundamentals of traditional archery! The staff is so helpful to all the participants, offering patient instruction as needed. We have adaptive equipment on site
Date: March 7, 2022Location: Cottonwood Center for the ArtsHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Operation TBI Freedom Art Class – Still Life Painting Four veterans and four family members joined us for tonight’s art class. We love to see family participating as it’s important to have loved ones engaged in the healing process. We worked