RedCliff Ascent Research - for those who want the best

By Stephen C. Schultz

As I sat down to write this post, my mind wandered back to some special moments at a place we call Outpost. For those who may not be familiar, Outpost is a section of private land in southwestern Utah owned by RedCliff Ascent, a respected Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare treatment provider—what many people simply call a wilderness program.

Outpost is a meaningful place. It’s where families gather for graduations, often after months of hard work and growth. There’s fresh water, shelter, and emergency supplies, and even a beautifully crafted replica of an ancient Native American kiva. (If you’d like to learn more about it, I wrote about Outpost in this article: An Open Letter to Parents Researching RedCliff Ascent.)

When I considered what parents truly want to know, I realized this wasn’t the time for a backcountry story or a hiking adventure. When you’re in the middle of researching a program for your child, you don’t want fluff—you want facts. You want reassurance that your child will be safe and that the treatment really works.

That’s why I encourage parents to look closely at research. RedCliff Ascent has been conducting outcome-based studies for more than 15 years. The program isn’t just built on good intentions—it’s informed by data and results.

To see some of this work, I invite you to explore The Wilderness Advisor, a publication that shares findings and insights from years of research at RedCliff. When you’re seeking the best care for your family, make sure to ask about the evidence behind the program.

Click here to access The Wilderness Advisor.

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