Nov 2024 * Friends Michael and Pamela Batenburg were absolutely amazing and so much fun to be with. This was my 2nd Bear hunt with them. Even though we didn't get a bear on this adventure. They made up for it every time with amazing coffee, Delicious foods and deserts. A warm toasty fire every night, also wonderful sleeping conditions I didn't even need a sleeping bag or my own pillow.(Lol) We had a great experience with a different group of friends and guest who showed up to serve those who were devastated by the horrible flooding that has never happened like that before. God blessed those who really stepped up. Also on a side note. If you are able to book a hunt. It will be a lot harder to kill anything with a full moon. And on the positive side me and my great friend Kyle had a blast. We will definitely be coming back again soon. Highly recommend this place. read more

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If you're looking for a place to relax and chill, Back2Basics is the place to go. Michael and Pamela were wonderful host. Very welcoming, easy to talk to and Pamela is a wiz in the kitchen. I would highly recommend Back2Basics. read more

I'm a mental health professional and I work in the field of addiction and mental health treatment. I've visited and toured many programs throughout the country and Back2Basics is a hidden gem. I gauge a program on whether or not I would send a loved one to. This is a program I would feel confident sending my own son to experience. From the founder to the chef, they are all class acts. Gold standard in treatment and incredible results for the young men they serve. Great work B2B!!! read more

Excellent program for young adult males. B2B encourages a six month stay which builds community within the clients, many of which remain in Flagstaff after leaving the program. Excellent combination of outdoor adventure and therapy in a safe and productive environment. Highly recommend. read more

Back2Basics is a one of a kind program. The staff goes above and beyond to help support the individual needs of the residents while encouraging community and peer support. Residents are given the tools needed to successfully work on their individual recovery and they are also taught the skills they will need once they graduate program and they become successful, contributing members to society. read more

Our son was in a bad place and desperately needed help. Given his chronic illness, his addiction, and his depression, we were limited on options for help. After a few calls with Roy, we agreed that B2B was his best option. My son had previously completed a 30-day program elsewhere which equipped him with a few tools for dealing with his anger management but that was only the tip of the iceberg. My son agreed to go to B2B for 3 months (although we knew the program was for 6 months). The staff at B2B are incredible. We saw a huge difference in our son after 3 months. It took that long for him to fully engage in all aspects of the program. By 6 months, he had a totally different perspective on life. B2B has helped his mind, body(he has gained over 35lbs), and soul. Through nutrition, physical fitness, therapy, community service, and a tremendous support network/community, our son has found his true self. He is now in the transition program (Beyond Basics) where he is learning to reintegrate back into society utilizing all the skills he has learned in a supportive environment. He is thriving. He has passed his GED, gotten a job, and will begin college classes in January. The biggest testimony to the programs success is that our son is genuinely HAPPY again! I hear it in his voice and see it in his actions. He is engaged and involved in the Flagstaff community. Rehabilitation programs are not supposed to be easy. It has been a LONG, BUMPY road to recovery. Addiction is a disease. There is no cure. However, B2B helps it's clients learn how to thrive in a sober lifestyle. They helped save my son's life and find happiness again. read more

As a developmental psychologist, I would recommend a holistic approach to wellness therapy in order to garner the most positive outcomes. Back2Basics does just this: therapy in both individual and group settings, nutrition and culinary classes, and opportunities to give back to others through community service. Back2Basics also promotes wellness through a variety of outdoor experiences and adventure, which shows clients that sobriety can be fun, too. Clients do all of this while living in a residential setting where they regain responsibility for themselves as well as to their peers and therapists. This multifaceted approach to wellness provides clients the best chance to begin living their lives again, in a better, healthier way. read more