Dude Talk Dinners — Idaho Springs

Clear Creek County · Colorado

Dude Talk Dinners
Idaho Springs

Free meals and real conversation for the men of Idaho Springs and Clear Creek County.
No registration. No commitment. Just show up.

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Here’s what to expect. A bunch of dudes grab dinner and hang out for a bit. The facilitators will throw out a conversation topic for the guys to converse about. At the end of the evening, hopefully you connect with one or more dudes to hang with outside of the dinners as well!

If you have other questions or want to connect directly, email us at IdahoSpringsCO@dudetalkdinners.org.

Not in Idaho Springs? Dude Talk Dinners happens in other communities too! See all our locations.

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Upcoming Dinners

    The people behind it

    Meet Your Facilitators

    Idaho Springs dinners are led by volunteer facilitators from right here in Clear Creek County. They’re not therapists, just local dudes who believe in the power of showing up for each other.

    Andrew, Dude Talk Dinners facilitator

    Andrew

    Facilitator

    I love living with my wife, Helena, and our many animals in this beautiful mountain community. While I value the peace and solitude of mountain life, I also deeply value meaningful connection with neighbors, friends, and community. What I love about Dude Talk Dinners is that each month I get to gather with thoughtful and interesting men from this area. We share real conversation and the chance to get to know one another in a genuine way. It feels rare and meaningful, and as a facilitator, it is a privilege to help create that space for men each month. In addition to volunteering as a facilitator, I am a nature-connected life coach for men and part of a team helping bring Dude Talk Dinners to communities across Colorado and beyond.

    Chris, Dude Talk Dinners facilitator

    Chris

    Facilitator

    I grew up in Clear Creek County, returning to it 20 years ago with my wife and two kids after living in places from Istanbul to New York City to the Denver Metro area. We chose to come back because of the importance of community — a value that also guided my decision to serve as principal of Clear Creek Middle & High School. That same value is what led me to be a part of starting Dude Talk Dinners in the area. DTD is a way to empower men to strengthen the Clear Creek community, and each month I’m struck by both the diversity of men who show up and their shared commitment to personal growth and making a positive impact where they live.

    Ben, Dude Talk Dinners facilitator

    Ben

    Facilitator

    I grew up in Clear Creek County, currently teach at the local high school, and serve as the Program Manager for the nonprofit GOALS Youth River Expeditions. I’m passionate about the outdoors, recreation, and mental health. I’ve spent over a decade guiding, teaching outdoor education and leading Social Emotional Learning work. I have served on a number of boards focused on improving mental health access, recreational well-being, and conservation. When I’m not working to improve the lives of my community you can find me out riding my bike, hunting with my two bird dogs and amazing wife Ali, or paddling the local rivers. I’m honored to be a facilitator and board member for Dude Talk Dinners.

    Made possible by

    Our Sponsors

    Thank you to our sponsors! Idaho Springs dinners are made possible through the generosity of local businesses who believe in community connection.

    To learn more about sponsoring, contact us here: Get in Touch

    In the news

    DTD in the Media

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    We’d love to hear from you

    Get In Touch

    Questions about the Idaho Springs dinners? Interested in collaboration, connecting with the local team, or just want to know what to expect your first time? Reach out, we’re happy to help.

    Click Here to Contact Us ✉️ IdahoSpringsCO@dudetalkdinners.org

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