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September 4, 2014
Out of the ashes into the dust
Stress levels can rise to incredibly high levels due to events in our personal lives and our environment. It is easy to come unglued at any moment. Exercise facilitates the body’s production of endorphins, the chemical messengers that trigger the pleasure centers in the brain, producing a natural drug-free high. For many, there is no better rush than mountain-biking the rugged terrain that sits right outside our back door. The Phoenix Centre is taking a proactive stance to drug and alcohol dependency and wants to introduce the wonderful world of mountain biking as a preventative option for youth in the community. The Centre is a non-profit organization and has been serving Kamloops and the region for over 30 years with both outpatient and inpatient programs for youth, families and adults impacted by problematic substance use. In its second year, Out of the Ashes Into the Dust bike camp will model a healthy lifestyle to youth who have been impacted by substance use, do not typically have access to organized sports and experience other barriers in their life in terms of accessing opportunities. Do you know a young man from the area who’d like to spend a couple of days riding the rough edges at the Juniper Bike Ranch? There is still time to nominate them for this year’s free camp. The Phoenix Centre will
provide the bikes and equipment needed plus food to keep everybody fueled up for the camp which will be delivered on September 10 and 11. Some youth are more likely to take risks than others. While exercise is an effective vehicle for releasing day-to-day stress and is especially effective in grounding you can bet that two wheels won’t be on the ground for long. The camp will be coached by dedicated mentors, some of whom have made a career of mountain biking and coaching, like pro rider Brett Tippie. Brett is very open about his past hard party-
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ing lifestyle and now devotes time to helping others through the sport he loves and encourages clear thinking, a healthy body and self-reliance. The camp is also about giving youth an opportunity to connect them to a community where they feel welcome and supported. Some of the youth participants who navigated the program last year will be returning. “This is a really good sign,” says coordinator Marcia Dick. “There is still time to participate or nominate someone,” she adds. “Our sponsors really see the value and have stepped up and shown huge
support. We have funding for 20 bikes and gear. This is an incredible opportunity.” Not only will the kids get amazing coaching but also they get to keep the bike they are given to use! Youth will be mentored every step of the way learning new skills, connecting with new people, and most importantly, learning about themselves. If you know a young man who would be a good fit for this outdoor experience, nominate them. Connect with the Phoenix Centre at 250-374-4634. Jody Tippett
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