Life in Balance: Expert Coaching to Enjoy the Journey
Spreading hope and joy through nature, community and shared experience
Bored? Lonely? Out of Balance?
Whether you feel stuck, don’t know what comes next or simply haven’t found the right fit, we can help. Our programming helps you put your recovery to action. Meanwhile, maybe you’re not sure how to have fun sober. Recovery doesn’t have to be boring . It is possible to heal and have fun at the same time. Our sober activities offer expert peer support to enjoy the journey!
Accordingly, you will learn outdoor skills, life skills and develop goals. These skills build confidence and direction. Further, individuals find and refine their unique path of growth. Because we believe a multiple-pathways approach is critical, our programs are person-centered. Further, we are persons in recovery ourselves. We meet people, recovering from substance use disorder and mental health, where they are.
Additionally, the peer support relationships that we develop are lasting. We are here when you need us. Indeed, you get expert peer support to make the most of sober life!
One-on-one coaching is tailored to each individual. Accordingly, we work with each person to find the activities that resonate with them. Likewise, where we don’t have the knowledge of an activity, we learn together from other experts who do. Meetings are typically planned for one to four hours depending on the activity. Additionally, no prior knowledge or equipment are necessary. We offer expert peer support to make the most of life!
Nature Immersions
Few experiences offer the same connection with nature, solitude, challenge and personal reward as a multi-day backpacking trip. Additionally, sober backpacking outings provide a chance to build community and learn outdoor skills in addition to connecting with nature besides working as part of a team and pushing your limits. Furthermore, immersion in nature creates the ideal environment to turn inward while developing goals and building skills.
Ken Dunn, NCCPSS, CRS
Peer/Recovery Facilitator/Founder
Ken is an ex-executive and tech professionals as well as our founder and lead recovery coach. He brings experience from over 7 years of recovery as well as serving as a recovery mentor and founding a Recovery Dharma chapter. Hiking the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail and Colorado Trail has helped prepare him with the skills to guide others as they connect with nature. Moreover, Ken is a Certified Peer Support Specialist, a Certified Recovery Specialist, a Certified Wilderness First Responder and a Certified Adventure Recovery Coach. Nearly complete with a two-year training, he is a meditation teacher, Additionally, his meditation practice enables him to approach life from a position of mindfulness and curiosity. Ken is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.
Abby Holbach
Recovery Facilitator/Independent Contractor
Abby brings over 5 years of recovery experience with her wherever she goes. Originally from Virginia, Abby has spent most of her recovery in the Shenandoah Valley, always ready for a hike or dip in the river! In addition, Abby’s background as a Wellness Director at a local women’s program allowed her to help others discover the healing nature of the outdoors as well yoga and meditation. Also, Abby is a certified Relationship Coach, a certified Reiki Master and CRS trained.
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Western NC: PO Box 1072 Asheville, NC 28802 Phone: 828-793-3733 Email: info@expedrec.com
Southeast PA: PO Box 387 Lancaster, PA 17608 PHONE: 717-431-6622 EMAIL: info@expedrec.com
Expedition Recovery, LLC operates under permit with the U.S. Forest Service.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in its programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.
We are a veteran-owned and veteran-operated business.
