WymanBlog http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:12:49 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Come Visit the Newly Opened Wyman Trading Post http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2012/03/come-visit-the-newly-opened-wyman-trading-post/ http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2012/03/come-visit-the-newly-opened-wyman-trading-post/#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:12:49 +0000 admin http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/?p=898 We are excited to announce that our Trading Post has a permanent residence on our Eureka Campus! Please stop by next time you are on-site to pick up souvenirs, candy, or forgotten items.

Please see the flyers below for more information on our items, and a price list.

Trading Post – Order Form

Trading Post Flyer

]]> http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2012/03/come-visit-the-newly-opened-wyman-trading-post/feed/ 0 Redeem your Living Social or Groupon deals now! http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2012/01/redeem-your-living-social-or-groupon-deals-now/ http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2012/01/redeem-your-living-social-or-groupon-deals-now/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:06:46 +0000 admin http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/?p=885 Ready for some adventure?

Click Here to reserve your date.

If you have any additional questions please contact Jason at Jason.Rose@wymancenter.org or at 636-549-1237.

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If it weren’t for Wyman

Penny, 22, was taken away from her parents at age 5 and placed into foster care. Growing up, Penny needed the skills and values to start her life in a positive direction. She found them at Wyman Center.

Wyman Center, a United Way supported agency, helps enable teens from disadvantaged circumstances lead successful lives and build strong communities. The Wyman Teen Leadership Program is a five-year program that starts with teens in the 8th grade. The program helps teens gain the experiences, skills and values needed to become contributing students, family members, employees and citizens.

“Wyman is a place where economic status and race don’t matter. Everyone is seen as equal, and everyone is given a fair chance for a successful future,” Penny said.

Penny became a participant of the Wyman Teen Leadership Program at 13. In the program she learned leadership and social skills she could not learn at home.

“Attending Wyman has made me the person I am today. The atmosphere is so positive,” Penny said. “Wyman created a place for me to come and escape the harsh realities of my neighborhood.”

Today Penny is a junior at Indiana University. She received a full scholarship through the Cheryl and David Morley Scholarship Endowment started by Wyman.

Penny believes that Wyman Center has made a huge difference in her life – so much of a difference, she’s been a counselor at Wyman’s Teen Leadership Program for three years. Because of her own experiences, Penny is able to relate to the kids on a personal level.

“I know what they are going through because I went through it,” Penny said. “I feel as if everything happens for a reason. I was taken away from my parents at the age of 5 and placed into foster care. Then, I was placed at Wyman. It was destiny.”

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We were fortunate enough to capture a few shots of our runners in action as they completed the 5k trail! Click through the gallery and see these amazing athletes tackling the terrain here at Wyman!

–Wyman Team

]]> http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/11/wobble-gobble-pictures/feed/ 0 The Official Running Times of the 2011 Wobble Gobble Participants http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/11/the-official-running-times-of-the-2011-wobble-gobble-participants/ http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/11/the-official-running-times-of-the-2011-wobble-gobble-participants/#comments Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:25:25 +0000 admin http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/?p=850 Thank you so much for coming out to our 2nd Annual Wobble Gobble! It was a great day for a race in the brisk November wind! We are already excited for next year’s race! This year we had professional timing, so for those who participated, below is your rank and timing!

1.Judy Poppinghaus :: #84 39.53
2.Justin Davies :: #72 40.26
3.Tim Kjellesvik :: #45 41.06
4.John Finkenkeller :: #63 45.44
5.Evan Osgood :: #49 47.01
6.Jon Haven :: #79 47.07
7.Ken Peters :: #78 49.26
8.Drake Raftery :: #74 49.37
9.John Price :: #44 49.5
10.Chris Morando :: #52 49.53
11.Bob Borroff :: #56 49.58
12.Heidi Atwell :: #68 51.41
13.Bob Reilly :: #43 52.14
14.Liam Killmade :: #76 52.54
15.Nathan Morff :: #90 52.57
16.Art McAllister :: #71 54.1
17.Lisa White :: #87 54.14
18.Stephanie McCreary :: #88 54.21
19.Marti Moore :: #73 54.29
20.Sara Lohutko :: #54 56.09
21.Janet Hoggard :: #55 56.1
22.Jackie Dozier :: #70 58.56
23.Kathy Peters :: #81 59.16
24.Everett Shnault :: #77 1.01.37
25.Mike Kozirtek :: #86 1.01.37
26.Jackie Grenia :: #58 1.02.35
27.James Lauber :: #83 1.02.36
28.Katie Osgood :: #50 1.03.10
29.Pam Moeff :: #92 1.04.53
30.Kelly Bender :: #60 1.06.38
31.Steve Kuster :: #64 1.07.34
32.Ernie Hayes :: #40 1.07.35
33.Matthew Arms :: #48 1.07.37
34.Tina Holt :: #66 1.07.51
35.John Voda :: #41 1.10.21
36.Patrick Kennedy :: #42 1.10.21
37.Andrea Lee :: #61 1.11.47
38.Suzanne Renner :: #69 1.12.47
39.Hena Havens :: #80 1.13.11
40.Melissa Van Dyke :: #85 1.13.18
41.Greg Lee :: #62 1.15.10
42.Gade Raftery :: #75 1.15.37
43.Ian Mcalister :: #89 1.23.15
44.Christina Candelario :: #37 1.28.06
45.Donald Denham :: #38 1.38.44
46.Ben Baret :: #82 1.52.35
47.Paige Baret :: #65 1.52.35
48.Jennifer Barker :: #67 1.56.47
49.Katie Schupe :: #57 1.56.47

Congratulations everyone! Thank you for making this happen!

–Wyman Team

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2011 Wyman Trading Post

]]> http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/10/835/feed/ 0 Hidden Valley SKi & Stay Special at The Wyman Center http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/10/hidden-valley-ski-stay-special-at-the-wyman-center/ http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/10/hidden-valley-ski-stay-special-at-the-wyman-center/#comments Thu, 13 Oct 2011 17:19:32 +0000 admin http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/?p=829 Where can you find a beautiful, rustic lodge with a beamed wooden ceiling, large stone fireplace and delicious family-style fare, all set against a backdrop of 250 acres of remote wintry wilderness? Experience the comfort and magic of The Wyman Center just outside of Eureka, Missouri and only 2 miles from Hidden Valley Ski Resort. It is the perfect place for any group large or small to recoup, relax, and enjoy a delicious hot meal after a day on the slopes. All of our clean bunk-style cabins have private restrooms and are fully heated for your comfort and convenience. Accommodations available for up to 200 guests. Call today and mention the Hidden Valley Ski & Stay Special and the following rates will apply:

• Overnight Lodging: $15/person/night

• Overnight Lodging w/Transportation To/From Hidden Valley: $24/person/night

• Delicious Buffet-Style Meals: $7/person/meal

• Wyman’s Famous Campfire w/Songs, Stories, & S’mores: $10/person

• Hot Cocoa & A Cookie Snack: $2/person

Call us today for more information! Advance booking is required!

]]> http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/10/hidden-valley-ski-stay-special-at-the-wyman-center/feed/ 0 Wobble Gobble Registration is now Available On-line http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/06/wobble-gobble-registration-is-now-available-on-line/ http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/06/wobble-gobble-registration-is-now-available-on-line/#comments Tue, 14 Jun 2011 18:33:32 +0000 admin http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/?p=813 Wyman is proud to host the 2nd Annual Wobble Gobble, a race to raise funds for Wyman’s Youth Development Program. The course will consist of a challenging 5-mile run through the hills, valleys, and forests on our beautiful 250-acre Eureka Campus.

Please join us on Saturday, November 19, 2011 for this challenging and fun opportunity. Racing bag pickup will start at 8am and the race begins at 9am.

Registration is $35 if submitted by November 3, 2011. Your registration fee includes: post race drinks, aid stations throughout the course, breakfast, a performance T-shirt, race bag goodies, entrance to the EXPO, and entertainment and activities. This year we are also proud to have professional timing and race bag drop off!

Please call the Race Information Line at 314-216-0369 with any additional questions or concerns.

Registration is currently available online. Please fill out all the pertinent boxes to ensure you get the proper t-shirt size, and are slated in the right age group!

Register Here

]]> http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/06/wobble-gobble-registration-is-now-available-on-line/feed/ 0 Mark Your Calendars For The Second Annual Wyman Wobble Gobble on Nov. 19, 2011. http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/06/mark-your-calendars-for-the-second-annual-wyman-wobble-gobble-on-nov-19-2011/ http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/06/mark-your-calendars-for-the-second-annual-wyman-wobble-gobble-on-nov-19-2011/#comments Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:41:41 +0000 admin http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/?p=809 Attention all runners and outdoor enthusiasts. Wyman is excited to be hosting the Second Annual Wyman Wobble Gobble on November 19, 2011. This 5 mile course will provide a challenging trail run through the hills and valleys of our Eureka campus! More information will be coming soon!

]]> http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/06/mark-your-calendars-for-the-second-annual-wyman-wobble-gobble-on-nov-19-2011/feed/ 0 Please join us for Super Summer Rummage Sale Days http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/05/please-join-us-for-super-summer-rummage-sale-days/ http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/2011/05/please-join-us-for-super-summer-rummage-sale-days/#comments Wed, 04 May 2011 20:19:18 +0000 admin http://www.experiencewyman.com/blog/?p=806 Where: Creative Expressions Parking Lot, Legends Plaza, Eureka
Dates: 5/21, 6/4, 6/18, 7/16, and 7/30, 2011
When: 7am-1pm Rain Or Shine!!
Why: Benefit events in support of local non-profit agencies…The Family Enrichment and Resource Program and The Wyman Center.

$20 – One 8’x17’ Space Per Week
$80 – One 8’x17’ Space All Five Weeks (Buy 4 Get 1 Free!)
$30 – One 17’x17’ Space
$120 – One 17’x17’ Space All Five Weeks (Buy 4 Get 1 Free!)

Open to the general public. No admission fee for buyers. Food vendors & local businesses welcome.

Secure Your Spot Now – Call Jeff at 636-549-1258

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