CrossRoads in the Wilderness
Reconnecting Men, God, and Earth

August 5-8, 2010
James Park near Ward, Colorado

There is something essential about going to wilder places.  Jesus knew that and went to a wilder place to meet his inner challenges and to prepare himself for the coming challenge and adventure of his life, a ministry of courage, compassion, and service.

You really have to experience CrossRoads to know what it is and what it will be for you, but here is what one participant said:

"CrossRoads is an awesome adventure of men's soul work approached with a Christian perspective in an incredible setting.  The "long weekend" format may be better for those men who can't spend an entire week away from job and family.  CrossRoads is God's Men doing God's Work in God's Nature.  What could be more Real?  Is it worth it?  You bet!"        
- Carl, of Dallas, Texas

This extended weekend supports men desiring a mature manhood, one of strong loving relationship to self, neighbor, God, and Earth.   We do this through listening, ancient ritual, solo time, and innovative practices. We’re not big on dogma and doctrine, We are big on the experience of brotherhood, soul, and inspiration.

Staff
CrossRoads is guided by Rev. Todd Smiedendorf and staff. You can view complete biographies of our staff here. To adequately support this powerful journey, we build strong retreat “containers” by keeping participant to staff ratios low, usually two to one. We are not aware of any other similar programs (outside of MLA) that provide the same level of professional and volunteer staffing. The program also provides a comprehensive training notebook that includes pre-training preparation and post-training integration. Hearty, healthy meals are also provided.

If you want to know more, watch our video on Youtube.com.
Just put CrossRoads in the Wilderness in the Search window and then click on the video.

Who should come?
Any man 18 or older who identifies as Christian (at least a little) and who is:

• Seeking renewal and connection to Spirit and Creation
• Working through a life change
• Desiring soulful brotherhood
• Find a purpose and vision for service

When is it?
We leave Boulder via caravan on Thursday, August 5th at 6pm and drive to our retreat. We return the same way to Boulder at 2pm, Sunday, August 8th.

Where is it?
James Park, an 18 acre camp at 9300 feet elevation near the Continental Divide by Ward, Colorado.  The camp has bunkhouses, a kitchen, and running hot water bathrooms.  A suggested gear list will be sent at least a month prior to your arrival.

What To Bring
A suggested gear list, along with logistical details, will be sent to all registrants at least a month prior to the event. Hearty, wholesome, home-cooked meals are provided daily.

Costs
We offer a sliding scale registration ranging from $275-450. We ask that you pay what you can afford and help with scholarships. We know that this program is worth the full $450, but we want to assure that everyone who wishes to attend is not held back due to financial consideration.

A minimum non-refundable deposit of $100 is required to hold your reservation and assure you of a spot in this gathering. Meals are included. Space is limited to 20 participants.

If you wish to set up a payment plan or inquire about a scholar- ship, please arrange with the MLA office prior to the event.

Click HERE to download the MLA Scholarship Application Form.

  Printable MLA Registration Form

Further Information

  Download the brochure for this program
Download the fact sheet for this program

For more information or other inquiries please contact us