River Deep Foundation Outing Reports provide highlights of the dozens of activities and events we host to help bring hope and healing, one adventure at a time.
June 15, 2022Location: Art Students League of DenverHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Group: VA Art Class – Happy Stampers This was a great class learning all about ink, rollers and stamps of all shapes, sizes and designs. We used both large format paper and smaller format paper, and created our own greeting cards. A big […]
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June 12, 2022Location: Specialty Appliance, Greenwood Village, COHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Operation TBI Freedom, VA Wild Game Cooking Class What could possibly be better than learning to prepare a new dish and then being able to eat it too? Chef Leslie Fangman showed us how to prepare her new recipes that included bear,
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June 11, 2022Location: Kilroy’s Workshop, Colorado Springs, COHosted by: River Deep FoundationParticipating Groups: Ft. Carson SRU, TBI Freedom, VA Blacksmithing Another amazing Saturday at Kilroy’s Workshop learning the principles of blacksmithing. We had veterans from different organizations, such as Operation TBI Freedom, VA Hospital, and SRU. Everyone had an opportunity to make their own knife to
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
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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
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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
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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
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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