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Saturday, September 21, 2024
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Minnesota State Capitol Grounds

Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN

Schedule of Activities

10:00 – 3:00: Exhibitors open, food trucks available, music and other activities available. (See details below.) Onsite registration opens at 9:30.
1:15-1:25: All attendees assemble for start of the walk.
1:25 pm: Opening Remarks with Presenting Sponsor NUWAY Alliance Recognition of Sponsors and top Individual & team fundraisers
1:35 pm: Recovery Honor Guard photo on Capitol steps. Individuals with 10 or more years in personal or family recovery are invited to step forward for a special group photo. Please get your Recovery Honor Guard “badge” from the booth near registration and check in.
1:40 pm: Group Photo on the Capitol steps. Be part of the World’s Largest Recovery Photo! 
1:45 pm: Walk for Recovery begins! Gather your team together or join in with the crowd. The Walk will circle the Capitol grounds (approximately 1.2 miles).
2 pm – 3 pm: Photo Finish! Get your individual or group photo taken with the “Recovery Works” banner when you finish the walk. Photos will be available on Flickr: flickr.com/photos/mnrecoveryconnection/albums

ASL interpretation provided at NUWAY Alliance stage performances and presentations and during Walk welcoming remarks. Please check in at the MRC Booth if you need additional ASL interpretation at the event.

Free parking is available near the Capitol grounds and marked on this map.

Event Map

Food Trucks

Check out the tasty treats from these fabulous food trucks and keep up your strength for a day of Walk activities!

Available from 10 – 3 (or while supplies last). 

Live Music & More!

Put on your dance shoes or sit back and groove to the beautiful sounds of recovery at the NUWAY Mainstage. Musical artists in recovery and recovery allies will keep your toes tapping!
ASL interpretation provided.

10:30 – 11:15: Nyasia (R&B, Pop, Originals and Covers)

11:30 – 12:15: Setsun (Pop/Soul Originals)

12:30 – 1:15: Twin Citizen (Folk-Rock, Indie-Rock)

1:30 – 3:15 DJ set with Kid 612 

Recovery Pet Zone

Presented by Minnesota Department of Human Services

Critters large and small, furry or feathered, bring us comfort, joy, and accountability. Some of us couldn’t imagine recovery without them! Stop by and meet some new friends. 
Open from 10 – 3

Acres for Life – therapy horses
Ben Afquack – Guinness world records title-holder
Drumming Duck!
Feline Rescue – cat shelter and adoption
Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society – Serving companion rabbits and their people through adoption and educational programming
MN Pocket Pet Rescue – Rescue & Adoption of our little pets
MN Animal Humane Society – Animal Rescue & Adoption

 

Family Fun Zone

Presented by Minnesota Department of Human Services

Recovery is a family affair! Both the young and young at heart are invited to join in the fun of these free activities. Meet MRC’s Recovery Rex (he’s Dino-mite!), challenge your team mates to a friendly competition, make a souvenir, and more!
 Open from 10 – 3

Star Wars Jump Moonwalk
Giant Slide
Free Face Painting
Traveling Photo Booth
Free “Angel Card” Readings – Messages of reassuring support and guidance

8 Dimensions of Wellness Zones

Recovery looks different for everyone, but improving personal wellness is a shared experience in the recovery process. Take time on Walk Day to explore the Eight Dimensions of Wellness. Learn about community resources, gather information, participate in activities, connect with others, and share your wellness journey! All zones are open with exhibitors and activities from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Environmental Wellness Zone

Environmental wellness includes occupying pleasant and stimulating environments that support well-being, from the great outdoors to the places we call home.

Find these Exhibitors here:

  • Mn Prevention & Recovery Alliance (MnPRA)
  • Transformation House
  • The Villas at Bryn Mawr
  • Minnesota Alliance of Recovery Community Organizations
  • Park Avenue Center
  • Midwest Recovery / Primer Paso
  • Addiction Health Center

Spiritual Wellness Zone

Spiritual wellness is about expanding our sense of purpose and meaning in life. 

Find these Exhibitors here:

  • Nystrom & Associates
  • OSOY Healing Health
  • Mn Adult & Teen Challenge
  • Pride Institute
  • Behavioral Health Group
  • Progress Valley, Inc.
  • Recovering Hope Treatment Center

Financial Wellness Zone

Financial wellness refers to feeling satisfied with current and future financial situations. 

Find these Exhibitors here:

  • YourPath
  • Ramsey County Public Health
  • MARRCH
  • Canvas Health
  • Fairview Community Advancement
  • FastTrackerMN
  • Amherst H. Wilder Foundation

Physical Wellness Zone

Physical wellness is recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy diet, sleep and nutrition.

Find these Exhibitors here:

  • Twin Cities Recovery Gym and Wellness Center/ and Change Place
  • The Remedy Mental Health
  • Care Crossings
  • Minnesota Department of Health
  • Hennepin Healthcare
  • AICDC Withdrawal Management
  • Fellowship Recovery LLC

Social Wellness Zone

Social wellness is about developing a sense of connection, belonging and support with others.

Find these Exhibitors here:

  • Bold North Recovery
  • Allina Health Mental Health and Addiction Services
  • The Retreat
  • RS EDEN
  • Medica Health Plans
  • Fraser
  • Horowitz Health

Intellectual Wellness Zone

Intellectual wellness is recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills. 

Find these Exhibitors here:

  • Vinland National Center
  • Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School
  • Steve Rummler HOPE Network
  • Hybrid Counseling
  • Minnesota Certification Board
  • P.E.A.S.E. Academy
  • Minneapolis College
  • HBCD Study University of Minnesota

Emotional Wellness Zone

Emotional wellness includes coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships. 

Find these Exhibitors here:

  • Minnesota Department of Human Services
  • Wayside Recovery
  • Partners Behavioral Healthcare
  • Missions Inc. Programs
  • Meridian Behavioral Health
  • Rogers Behavioral Health
  • Mental Health Resources, Inc.
  • ANEW Chemical Health Services

Occupational Wellness Zone

Occupational wellness includes finding personal satisfaction and enrichment in one’s work.

Find these Exhibitors here:

  • MN Dept of Corrections
  • Avivo
  • Augsburg University – StepUP Program
  • Alliance Wellness Center
  • Ampact
  • Above and Beyond CDL Driving Academy, LLC
  • The Phoenix Spirit
  • Kowalski’s Markets
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