A Rite of Passage for Young Men ages 13 -20
Sept. 21-23, 2012 - Fairfax, CA
Mentoring Young Men to:
*Give and get respect.
*Develop supportive relationships
*Channel their energy constructively
*Become confident and independent
*Trust themselves and others
*Discover their own values
AWAKEN THEIR FIRE!
Young men don’t need to be “fixed.” They know in their hearts what’s right for them. YMUW mentors are confident consistent role models.
Our mentors lead young men to discover who they are and teach values that promote motivation, communication and cooperation.
Purpose of the Weekend
To provide young men with a weekend filled with incredible fun and challenges, while building a foundation for a confident and successful adulthood, through learning the importance of teamwork, developing a sense of accomplishment and acquiring leadership skills.
In the best of circumstances, every adolescent male faces a vast array of stressful changes: new relationships, greater expectations from family and community, a rapidly changing body, the need to communicate clearly and an uncertain future simmering in a stew of testosterone. He faces the formidable foes of alcohol, drugs, gang violence, anxiety and depression.
All of these challenges often occur in the absence of a full-time father or a father figure. Is it any wonder that studies state many young men, regardless of socio-economic background, feel sadness and even fear at the prospect of becoming adults? Research shows that adolescence is a critical stage for a young man's future success and happiness. Unfortunately, most young men are not being mentored and are being misguided by their friends and the media.
The Young Men’s Ultimate Weekend directly resolves the root cause of these problems: the lack of initiation and mentoring. We’ve helped over two thousand young men become respectable and responsible for themselves and for others.
The young men who attend our Weekend come from diverse socio-economic, racial and cultural backgrounds. We do not inquire about their sexual orientation. We are non-sectarian; we do not espouse any institutional religion. More than 50% of the youth attending the YMUW originate from divorced homes, however, our program is intended for all young men, ages 13-20.
Weekend Registration is only $200, no one turned away because of lack of funds, scholarships available.
The YMUW is as life-changing for volunteers as for the young men.
Contact us to learn how you can serve as a volunteer!
Ultimate Parenting Weekend -- Sept. 22 - 23. Parents learn the technology needed to provide a happier household by nurturing respectful and resourceful relationships with their sons.
Dates of the Weekend
September 21-23, 2012 (North Bay)All young men must arrive between 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM on Friday
Camp Tamarancho
1000 Iron Springs Road
Fairfax, CA
Weekend Agenda, Registration forms, www.YMUW.org
North Bay - info@ymuw.org (800) 719-9302
YMUW is a California 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Weekend Registration is only $200, no one turned away because of lack of funds, scholarships available.
Young Men's Ultimate Weekend - Full of Fun - Challenge - Teamwork - Leadership
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Kevin J. McCann April 20, 2013 at 02:15 pm
Although I received your invitation notice in the morning I was unable to attend because of planned…Read More activities. However, I think it's a good idea for you to do and thanks for initiative. The Patch could be a good idea however, for me, in addition to local community events and activities the articles have to offer objectivity. If you have a political and/or ideological scant I would discontinue to be a reader and thus not a contributor or letter writer. I think open discussion is good and that conflict is good as it could be about positive change however, I have many too many activities to occupy my time.
1. My question to you is as the editor what is your vision for Patch and at this point what is your plan to accomplish that vision. Societies large and small are looking for people with vision and mission. I am not suggesting you write your vision because the readership will see it soon enough.
2.What is Patch really?
3. What is the criteria to inspire you to write an editorial?
4. What makes Patch different from the other online newspapers?
Christian, I would suggest that you encourage discourse but set up a few basic ground rules. I prefer that all communication be courteous and civil but being comfortably edgy is OK. You should reserve to right to pull any vindictive commentary/communication. How about a section or column with interviews with people who are doing interesting things outside the realm of Healdsburg events.
Good luck!
zoe moire April 19, 2013 at 06:26 pm
A. Did not know about your "event"
B. This article is more about the one person that did…Read More show up - good advertising.....?
C. Agree, news comes in very late and an editor needs to be on TOP of what's
going on in this town ... everything from school events to Garden Club happenings.
D. Mike McGuire typically posts after an event / or during -= around Sonoma Co. with pictures ... this is not so bad because it is usually a specific group he is working with, however, I think he also does a good job of "...hope to see you there..." - I don't see that on the Patch any longer.
E. When questions are asked like (paraphrase): "Wow, breezy out there. Anyone see any trees down?" It is rather like the Patch editor has not been outside looking about - why not comment on a few things and then ask the readers.
F. Most of the questions have been boring... but, if reporting is done first, then people would likely be more inclined to even open an article and take a peek.
My 6 cents. Z
Mr. Joe April 7, 2013 at 04:19 pm
I find this often with the people over at the Healdsburg patch. Yes, you are right Christian we have…Read More plenty of sandwich places but come on! its our job as locals to be supportive of new business in healdsburg. They're investing in our tiny closknit town. Togos might be a franchise but what about that place called partake? Just another wine tasting room. I don't see an article about them listing all the other random tasting rooms it's competing with. I don't worry The Healdsburg patch has such little following in town anyway, they should just stick to recycling old articles from the Press Democrat. Thank you Healdsburg Patch for wasting our time.
Yours truly the healdsburg local
Marilyn's worst nightmare April 5, 2013 at 01:11 am
Marilyn, read the article again...the article clearly states the business is not needed. So please,…Read More lighten up, reread the article and form a clear argument for why you are upset. This article was well researched and simply showed there is no need for yet another sandwich shop.
Stefano Giovannoni March 22, 2013 at 01:41 pm
I think many of us knew that, but I still think we are #1 :-)