Show Notes - Be sure to visit http://mdcr1.com/blog to see pictures from this awesome event!

Title: RRP XTRA-35.1: GTD 5K Run/Walk Annual Event
Presenters: Peter, Julie, Izzy Alvarado, Jay from VOA, Becky from GTD, Aaron (GTD Board President), Isaac, Tess (Volunteers of America), Shannon (Lifeline Connections), Quintin, Greg from GTD, Solara Salazar (Cielo Treatment Center), Jeremy (Core Fitness PDX), and others.
Length: 45 minutes

Links to Websites:

• Go the Distance (GTD): GTD Website
• Volunteers of America Oregon: VOA Oregon
• Lifeline Connections: Lifeline Connections
• Cielo Treatment Center: Cielo Treatment Center
• Core Fitness PDX: Core Fitness PDX
• Real Recovery Podcast: Real Recovery Podcast

Key Points with Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] Introduction – Welcoming listeners to the GTD 5K Run/Walk event, with Izzy Alvarado and special guests.
• [00:01:30] Event Energy – Volunteers, vendors, and community support, including On Shoes sponsoring shoes.
• [00:02:10] Community Highlights – Introduction of key figures like Joe and Paul, highlighting their roles in the event.
• [00:05:40] Interviews with Participants – Stories from Jay and Martin (VOA), sharing their recovery journeys.
• [00:10:00] Support and Recovery – Becky discusses GTD’s running programs for treatment centers.
• [00:13:00] GTD’s Impact on Recovery – Shannon from Lifeline Connections shares about GTD’s influence in treatment programs.
• [00:16:30] Youth Perspective – Isaac, a young GTD participant, shares his experience with GTD and recovery.
• [00:22:30] GTD and Community Partnerships – Quintin on the significance of community in recovery and Greg on GTD’s role in providing support.
• [00:30:00] Future Podcast Guests – Preview of Solara Salazar’s upcoming episode.
• [00:37:30] Conclusion – A recap of the event’s energy and community impact, emphasizing movement in recovery.

Summary:
The GTD 5K Run/Walk annual event showcased the power of community in recovery. Hosted at Fern Hill Park, Peter and Julie interviewed attendees, including participants, organizers, and supporters from organizations like Volunteers of America and Lifeline Connections. Key highlights included the stories of Jay and Martin from VOA, Becky’s recount of GTD’s impactful running programs, and Isaac’s inspiring perspective on youth involvement in recovery. This episode underscores the vital role of movement in recovery and showcases how GTD continues to unify and inspire the recovery community.

Conclusion:
This event captured the essence of recovery and community, highlighting that recovery can be diverse and inclusive, from running and community service to volunteer support. Special thanks to @GTDGoTheDistance and the GTD team for their dedication. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories and community events!

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