Chomping at the Bit

Winter was fast approaching, and we didn’t want anything left out in the elements… especially our gym equipment! The equipment had been moved outside for the summer due to renovations on the gym. Winter’s arrival had been a concern for our oldest student here in the program. Lance, having a passion for lifting weights, has been chomping at the bit to get into the gym before the snow flies.

Being a great way for students to blow off some steam, the exercise gym is an important piece here at Rock Solid Refuge. The new gym will be heated and be able to be used for lifting weights, playing basketball, badminton, floor hockey, and a host of other activities year round!

Saskatchewan winters can feel excruciatingly long, and being cooped up in one area for too long can create tension among students. Having a place to go exercise gives everyone a healthy outlet to let out some of that tension in a healthy way.

We are thankful for the volunteers who have been working diligently to renovate that space, taking an existing quonset and giving it a huge makeover. Work has been done to replace the concrete floor, put up new end walls, install doors and windows, insulate the whole building, tin of the roof, and install a heater all before the snow flies.

We want to extend a hearty thank you from all of us here at Rock Solid Refuge (and especially from Lance and the other students!) to everyone who has donated their time, resources, and skills to this and other important projects!

We here at Rock Solid Refuge wish you all a safe and cozy winter.