Baseline: Veteran Family Dynamics
The trail changes after service. Transitioning from the high-stakes structure of military life back into the rhythm of family dynamics isn't a failure of connection—it is a systemic challenge. At Baseline: Veteran Family Dynamics, we do not treat, diagnose, or pathologize. Instead, we provide high-performing veteran families with the physical challenges, outdoor skills, and structured communication tools required to navigate civilian terrain as a cohesive unit.
The Mission Data
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The Transition Gap: Every year, 88,000 newly separated veteran families face intense friction and role shifts due to difficult civilian re-entry challenges.
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The Internal Impact: Parental stress trickles down directly, serving as the primary driver behind a child’s behavioral and emotional struggles.
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The Community Solution: Isolation accelerates family breakdown, but establishing a local peer network effectively anchors and protects the household.
Our Core Mission (What & How)
We exist to combat Veteran isolation by strengthening families through outdoor adventure, shred challenge, and community connection.
Our Core Vision (Why)
We cultivate resilient Veteran families nationwide and community support networks that thrive together, ensuring no service member, spouse, or child navigates life alone.
Our Story
Baseline was founded by two veterans and outdoor educators who noticed a critical gap in the community: a distinct lack of long-term, reinforcing programming designed to support not just veterans, but their spouses and children after service. Born from that realization, Baseline uses the same technical challenges that build elite military units—navigating tough terrain, managing risk, and relying on the person next to you—to fortify families. Operating on a 1,000-acre property lease near Lake George, Colorado, we use world-class outdoor environments to help families step away from everyday distractions, reconnect, and reset their baseline.
The Team Behind the Mission
Our programs are built and led by individuals who understand the unique dynamics of service, transition, and family life.
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Andrew Hartman: A U.S. Army veteran and professional outdoor educator (NOLS Wilderness First Responder and PCIA Climbing Instructor), Andrew combines tactical experience with technical outdoor expertise to design safe, impactful, and transformative wilderness experiences.
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Jason Allred: An Air Force veteran and dedicated health and wellness professional, Jason brings a deep understanding of holistic well-being to the team. Currently pursuing his Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credential, he bridges the gap between physical health and mental resilience, ensuring families have the tools to thrive long after the cohort ends.
Together, we are dedicated to helping veteran families reconnect, rebuild foundational bonds, and face life’s challenges as a cohesive unit.