Empowering active military and all veterans with self-reliance.
The Link-Up.org facilitates and eases active and former military through the arduous process of accessing social benefits such hunting and fishing trips, for which they may qualify. We provide the necessary information to help you participate.
Whether you're Active Duty, Guard, or Reserve, if you're currently serving we have an adventure waiting for you.
You've been there, done that, and have the sore back to prove it. Let us help you stay connected and engaged in the community.
NO PURCHASE OR DONATION NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR DONATION WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.
The “2026 Gear-Up Giveaway” (the “Sweepstakes”) is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia who are:
At least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of entry.
Currently serving on Active Duty in the U.S. Military or are Veterans of the U.S. Military (Proof of service, such as a DD-214 or VA ID, may be required to claim a prize).
Employees of TheLink-Up.org and their immediate family members are not eligible to enter.
The Sweepstakes begins on February 8, 2026, and ends at 1800 EST on 24 February, 2026 (the “Entry Period”). All entries must be received within this window.
To enter, eligible participants must:
Visit TheLink-Up.org and use the interactive map or directory to identify a 2026 veteran hunting or fishing event.
Complete the official entry form.
Provide the name of the organization and the event/location identified.
Select which of the three (3) prize drawings they wish to enter. Participants may enter all three drawings but must identify a unique event for each entry.
Three (3) separate drawings will be held for the following items:
Prize 1: One (1) Sitka Mid-Weight Hooded Jacket (ARV: $230.00)
Prize 2: One (1) Ducks Unlimited Branded Floating Shotgun Case (ARV: $65.00)
Prize 3: Two (2) Packages of Annihilator Arrowheads (ARV: $112.00) Prizes are non-transferable; no cash or other substitutions are permitted.
Winners will be selected in a random drawing on or about February 24, 2026. Potential winners will be notified via the email address provided at entry. If a potential winner does not respond within seventy-two (72) hours, an alternate winner may be selected.
Except where prohibited by law, participation in the Sweepstakes constitutes permission for TheLink-Up.org to use the winner’s name, likeness, and service branch for promotional purposes without further compensation.
TheLink-Up.org reserves the right to cancel or modify the Sweepstakes if fraud or technical failures compromise the integrity of the drawing. This Sweepstakes is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and is void where prohibited.
The Sweepstakes is sponsored by TheLink-Up.org. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Sitka, Ducks Unlimited, Annihilator Broadheads, or any social media platform (Facebook/Instagram).
