THE LIFE ADVENTURE CENTER on Milner Road in Woodford County has added new programming this spring. (Photo by Scott White)
By Scott White
Woodford Sun Staff
Life Adventure Center (LAC) is launching a new initiative designed to bring families together through shared outdoor experiences and meaningful connections. The new Family Adventure Days program will provide free adventure-based programming for individuals in recovery and their families, helping participants strengthen relationships while building resilience in a supportive environment.
LAC was created in 2005, following the merger of two nonprofits – the Cleveland Home, which began operations in Versailles shortly after the Civil War in Versailles, and Life Adventure Camp, founded by Ross and Cathie Brown in Estill County, which worked with behaviorally challenged youth through a skill-building program that instilled resiliency and self-efficacy using a wilderness experience to teach communication and coping skills. These two nonprofits formed the foundation of LAC’s ongoing mission based here in Woodford County.
The new Family Adventure Days program, funded by the Woodford County ASAP (Agency for Substance Abuse Policy) Board, invites families to participate in guided outdoor activities at LAC’s scenic 575-acre campus at 570 Milner Road, Woodford County. Each event combines adventure-based experiences with opportunities for reflection, connection and community.
Family Adventure Days are open to individuals in recovery, their families and those who support someone on a recovery journey. Activities include ropes course challenges, archery, canoeing, nature-based experiences, equine interactions and other facilitated programs designed to encourage teamwork and trust.
“Recovery impacts the entire family, not just the individual,” Julie Breitigan, executive director of Life Adventure Center, said in a news release. “Family Adventure Days create a space where families can step away from everyday stress and reconnect through shared experiences in nature. Adventure-based programming helps participants build trust, strengthen communication and rediscover joy together.”
Each Family Adventure Days session begins with a light dinner from 5–5:30 p.m., followed by guided adventure activities from 5:30–8 p.m., facilitated by LAC’s trained staff.
The 2026 Family Adventure Days schedule is: March 17, low ropes course and archery; April 7, canoeing and nature connection; April 21, climbing wall and zip-line; and, April 28, equine experience.
“Outdoor adventure has a unique ability to break down barriers and create meaningful moments of growth,” Breitigan said in the release. “When families face challenges together in a supportive setting, they often discover new strengths in themselves and each other.”
The Family Adventure Days program is designed to ensure that financial barriers do not prevent families from participating.
“Thanks to the support of the Woodford County ASAP Board, we’re able to offer these experiences at no cost to families,” Breitigan added. “Our hope is that these evenings will create lasting memories and provide encouragement for families walking the path of recovery together.”
Registration is required for each session. For program details and registration information, visit: lifeadventurecenter.org/camps/family-adventure-days/.