Justice on the Blue

 

A fly fishing event highlighting the work of Freedom 58 in addressing the global crisis of human trafficking and slavery.

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025
KREMMLING, COLORADO

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In 2019, Jay Lorenzen opened our Justice on the Blue event with a quote from Heraclitus of Ephesus: “No man steps in the same river twice, for it’s not the same river and he’s not the same man.” Jay’s metaphor reminds us that while we fish on one of the most pristine rivers in North America, many people in the rest of the world are living in some of the most horrific conditions of slavery and polluted waters of oppression.

We look forward to introducing you to a lifetime pursuit of justice when you join us on the beautiful Blue River for an unforgettable day of fly fishing in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Our goal is to raise more than $250,000 and attendees are asked to consider a minimum donation of $5,000 for participation in this event.
 
We can't wait to have you join us for a weekend of joy and collaboration!
Karen JOTB

Location

The Lower Blue River is a habitat for a multitude of wildlife, from moose and otter to bald eagle and migratory waterfowl. Fish include naturalized brown trout, and may soon include whirling-disease resistant strains of rainbow trout. In fact, the Lower Blue River carries the designation of Gold Medal Trout Waters by the Colorado Division of Wildlife. 

Local Airport

McElroy Field is located at:
450 Airport Road, Kremmling, CO 80459. 
Ph: 970-724-0611

McElroy Field is friendly to Falcon 90s, Global Express, and Net Jets.

Learn more here.

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Equipment & Clothing

Please be sure to bring several changes of clothes. Prepare for wet or cold weather. Layers and a coat will be needed in the evenings.

Fishermen equipment needed: fly rod, waders, shoes, and flies.

2023 & 2024 Keynote Speaker

 

Dr. Dan Allender has spent over 30 years developing innovative approaches to trauma and abuse therapy. With a Master of Divinity from Westminster Theological Seminary and a PhD in Counseling Psychology from Michigan State University, he blends theology and psychology to address recovery, intimacy, and forgiveness. A co-founder of The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology, Dan served as its president and continues as a professor. He is a sought-after speaker, author of several influential books, and host of The Allender Center podcast, with over 1 million downloads. Dan and his wife, Becky, live on Bainbridge Island with their family.

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Consideration

To combat the injustice of human trafficking, our goal is to raise a minimum of $250,000 at each annual event and attendees are asked to consider a minimum donation of $5,000 for participation in this event.
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Itinerary

We've got your lodging, fishing locations, and meals covered!

Friday, June 13, 2025
7:45 am:  Breakfast
9:30 am: Leave for fishing
10:00 am: Fishing begins!
12:30 pm:  Lunch
5:30 pm: Fishing concludes
5:45 pm: Wrap up