Cactus to
clouds hike
Support men on a journey to change their futures.
“…studies consistently report that aerobic exercise is inversely related to substance use and abuse.”
— National Library of Medicine
WHAT IS THIS HIKE ABOUT?
It’s about building tools for longterm sobriety, including the confidence that comes from achieving significant positive goals, and a lifestyle of teamwork and regular exercise.
A group of our recovery residents are training to hike the legendary Cactus to Clouds (C2C) trail on May 31, 2023. C2C is a major endeavor at 21 miles long and it was ranked the 5th most difficult day hike in the United States by Backpacker Magazine.
Photo: Enjoying the view from our first training hike at the Calavera Nature Preserve in Carlsbad, CA.
How can I help?
The hike is difficult enough that some essential gear is needed both for safety and comfort (although there won’t be anything comfortable about this hike at the end of the day).
Would you consider helping one of our hikers by donating hiking gear or money for shoes?
You can donate to a specific person (see photos below) or donate to the whole group and we will assign the donation based on need.
Meet the HIKERS
“The beauty of generosity is its potential to transform both receiver and giver.”
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DNF - Adam Belasco
Graduates: June 2
Age: n/a
Shoe support still needed: n/a
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DNF - Joel Conrod
Graduates: September 23
Age: 43 | Hometown: Oceanside
Shoe support still needed: $0
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DNF - Joshua Feller
Graduates: October 9
Age: 30 | Hometown: Indianapolis
Shoe support still needed: $0
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DNF - James Gibson
Graduated: March 28
Age: 53 | Hometown: Union City
Shoe support still needed: $0
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DNF - Christopher Holzer
Graduates: July 16
Age: 32 | Hometown: Escondido
Shoe support still needed: n/a
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Michael McShea
Graduates: October 23
Age: n/a
Shoe support still needed: $0
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DNF - Elliot Patch
Graduates: March 28
Age: n/a | Hometown: n/a
Shoe support still needed: $0
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DNF - Robert Plummer
Graduates: September 6
Age: 26 | Hometown: Fresno
Shoe support still needed: $0
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Andre Weese
Graduates: November 14
Age: 39 | Hometown: Atlanta
Shoe support still needed: $0
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DNF - Steven Ramirez
Graduates: n/a
Age: 35 | Hometown: San Diego
Shoe support still needed: n/a
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DNF - Evan Spencer
Graduates: n/a
Age: 33 | Hometown: Carlsbad
Shoe support still needed: n/a
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Thomas Wright
Graduates: September 1
Age: 32 | Hometown: Escondido
Shoe support still needed: n/a
