Still Lake Listening

03/09/2026

✨ Did you know, Cochrane? ✨

Family violence is more common than many people realize, and it happens right here in our community.

Over the past year, Big Hill Haven has:
• Provided thousands of nights of safe shelter for hundreds of local families
• Supported adults and children through outreach counselling
• Offered education to help people recognize the signs of unhealthy relationships

Research shows that rural communities can experience higher rates of intimate partner and family violence, making local support even more important.

At Big Hill Haven, we are here to:
• Offer risk assessment and safety planning
• Provide emergency shelter
• Build awareness and prevent violence through education

📌 Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📞 Support Line: 403‑796‑6564

💬 After‑hours support:
• Distress Centre Calgary: 403‑266‑4357
• FearIsNotLove: 403‑234‑7233
• Family Violence Info Line (Alberta, 24/7): 310‑1818

🚨 If someone is in immediate danger, always call 911.

03/08/2026

03/05/2026

...of tiny courages.
~ D. Hudson
Are you ever just a bit Wonderwhelmed by the ways Courage shows up in you? Maybe not in the moment of doing (or undoing). That's all white knuckles, blind confusion, and rollercoaster belly drops! But maybe years and years later, looking back on TheThing, you see, "Whoa. That was a LOT. And I did it. I rethunk the thoughts; I re-learned. I stopped doing the achy-stuck-shrinking things." The Courage that is You. In you all of the time. Unfussed. Knowing.

03/05/2026

At Big Hill Haven, support is quiet conversations, someone answering the phone, practical help, and safety planning. Someone willing to walk alongside as you figure out next steps.

At Big Hill Haven, this work happens every day, thoughtfully, privately, and without judgment.

If you’re feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or just need to talk something through, you don’t have to have all the answers before you call. You just have to reach out.

We’re here Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

403-796-6564

02/28/2026

That interior landscape
That You-est You
So vast and free and Sure
Go on
Graffiti it all up in there
There is colour in you
Undimmed
Thrumming
Something All You
Your You-est You

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Words: Sandra

02/25/2026

Off-Grid Wellness Stays

Digital detox experiences designed for forest bathing, stargazing, meditation, and quiet reflection.

No power.

No WiFi.

No running water.

Just wilderness in its purest form.

Beginner-Friendly Camping & Family Stays

Our rustic cabins make outdoor experiences accessible for those who don’t own all the gear.

It’s an easy, welcoming way to build confidence and create meaningful time together in nature.

Independent Paddlers Welcome

While guided rafting is retiring, experienced paddlers are welcome to use HVA as an off-grid basecamp for exploring the Upper Red Deer River.

Special Events & Outdoor Courses

We’ll be offering curated events and skill-building courses — from outdoor education and river safety to creative retreats and seasonal gatherings designed to bring people together in meaningful ways.

We are excited to launch these new offerings soon!

02/25/2026

It is good to borrow courage from each other. 🌸 Our heartfelt, "Thank you!" to those sharing about this kind of care. We appreciate you!

02/23/2026

There's a place for you in the circle tomorrow, Tuesday, February 23rd, at Cremona FCSS (noon - 1:30pm). Unstuck grief circles are spaces for conversation about the griefs we carry -- new loss, or wearying and old; the loss of someone we love; the loss of identity-job-relationship-health; the longing for Something More. However grief may be visiting you right now, you and your story are welcome. No registration or cost.

02/17/2026

Feeling stuck in grief? You don’t have to navigate it alone.

Join us for Unstuck: Grief & Loss — a free, drop-in conversation circle where compassionate listeners help create a safe, nurturing space to share stories, connect, and explore grief in all its forms.

Wednesday, February 18
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cochrane Public Library Boardroom

No registration required — just bring your heart, your stories, or even just your curiosity.

In partnership with Still Lake Listening

02/16/2026

Are you experiencing grief, or supporting someone who is?

Unstuck: Grief & Loss is a free group conversation series offered at the Cochrane Public Library, providing a gentle, supportive space to talk about grief and loss in all its forms.

These sessions are guided by compassionate listeners from Still Lake Listening and offer a nurturing, non-judgmental environment for shared conversation, reflection, and connection. This is an opportunity to listen, share experiences, and explore how we can be with our grief together.

When: Wednesday, January 21, 10:30 am–12:00 pm
Where: Library Boardroom
Cost: Free, no registration required
Who: Adults seeking connection and support through shared conversation about grief

This group is open to anyone looking for a supportive space to talk about loss, listen deeply, and connect with others who understand.

Learn more and join the conversation here:
https://www.cochranepubliclibrary.ca/events/unstuck-grief-loss