Operation Healing Heroes Foundation

Ben Olsen and I founded this organization – because we realized just how important our veterans are to the freedom of this country. We feel EVERYDAY is Veterans Day – and we need to recognize veterans – every chance we get!

My Grandfather, Father & Brother all served our country in the US Military. My “life path” didn’t allow for it, so I decided to “Give Back” to those individuals who provide our FREEDOM.

After the tragic events of September 11th, 2001, our country became more “unified” – than I had ever experienced. I’m sorry to say that in just 15-20 “short years later” – again, we as Americans – are divided.

Rather than to continue that divide, I’m making it my life mission to “give back” to the individuals who provided the “right” for us – to live in such a FREE country – that we could express our own opinions/beliefs.

I found it to be my mission – “to make tomorrow better than today” for the TRUE HEROES of our country – our Veterans. I helped co-found the nonprofit – Take a Vet Fishing, NFP in 2011. I wanted to serve veterans whenever I could and introduce them to the great outdoors. There was a study done back in 2003, that highlighted the PROFOUND EFFECTS that fishing specifically (and the outdoors in general) has on Post Traumatic Stress (PTS). So we started a movement to get Veterans on the water and into the outdoors.

Over the years, I have met so many of this country’s greatest war heroes, that I couldn’t let these stories go untold. In 2015, I started “Operation Fishing Freedom Foundation” (NOW – Operation Outdoor Freedom Foundation – Nonprofits) to preserve the stories of our US Military Veterans. In just 5 years, We’ve filmed and documented over 50+ Veterans stories. We are not only “preserving” a small piece of history, we are providing families with a “memory book” that can be handed down to future generations. Through 5 seasons on Discovery Channel, we’ve touched MILLIONS of viewers lives with these HEROIC stories. In addition, the show has become a RESOURCE for veterans to learn about alternative PTS treatments that the VA does not offer. To date, we’ve treated (and paid for) over 100+ Veterans to get relief from their PTS symptoms.

I believe we can never do enough to express our gratitude to our veterans, first responders and front-line workers. While our programs have certainly made a difference in many lives, there is MUCH MORE work to be done. I invite you to join me in the “Mission to Give Back” to our nations greatest Heroes. I encourage you to watch the amazing stories from Seasons 1-6 on our YouTube channel, and hear these stories – first-hand.

Ohio Veterans Outdoors

A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit organization, OVO provides outdoor experiences and education to veterans of the US armed forces. Mission: promote veteran health through outdoor experiences and education.

New Jersey Chapter National Wild Turkey

We leverage our great Outreach Programs such as Women in the Outdoors (WITO) giving Women, our fastest new entry into the hunting ranks, basic knowledge of outdoor activities. Wheelin Sportsman is our program for disabled veterans and sportsmen alike. Our Jakes -Juniors Acquiring Knowledge Ethics & Sportsmanship program supports our youth with ethics and knowledge of the outdoors with a special focus on safety.

New England Adventures

Mission

New England Adventures mission is to invite veterans, current service members and their families into a community of other veterans and outdoor enthusiasts through the events and services we provide. We honor the service of all veterans and work to build a strong community of people committed to serving each other and working toward furthering a respect and enjoyment of the outdoors.

New England Adventures hosts all expenses paid outdoor sporting events, adventures, and therapeutic outdoor activities for New England veterans, current service members, and their families. Our mission is to give the gift of community back to veterans and their families by inviting them into our growing community stated above. We are a 501 (c) (3)non-profit organization.

 

NEA (Northeast Arkansas) Wounded Warriors Group

NEA Wounded Warriors was created to help veterans who have been injured to enjoy the sport of hunting, as well as visit and share stories with others.

Mission

The NEA Wounded Warrior Group is a non-profit, all volunteer organization with a mission to enhance the quality of life forUnited States of America’s military service members. We conduct activities and sporting events for NEA Wounded Warriors and other disabled veterans within the group’s capablity. A Wounded Warrior is a veteran that is receiving disability pay from the DOD or is enrolled in the VA Healthcare system. NEA consists of Clay, Craighead, Greene, Lawrence, and Randolph counties of Arkansas. Disabled active service members are welcome and encouraged to attend our sporting events!

Muskies Between the Lakes Sheboygan Chapter

Annual veterans outing.

We are proud to thank our veterans for their time and sacrifice on behalf of the United States in this small way.

There is not cost to participate, all veterans are welcome.

Event is held on Saturday the 3rd weekend of September.

Event is held on Random Lake.

We meet at the pavilion at 8 am.

After a brief breakfast and few words, we hit the water,

Each Vet will have a guide.

We fish til noon, then head in for some food and socializing. We end the day with a group photo, flag presentations, and a few door prizes.

Montana Warriors on the Water

Montana Warriors on the Water (MWOTW) is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization, comprised of local sportsmen and women, and veterans of the United States Military, partnered with local businesses, communities, and organizations, providing outdoor recreational therapy and opportunities to veterans of the United States Military at no cost to them.

In addition to honoring our veterans by giving back, it is our goal to provide an environment for our veterans to relax and be able to meet other veterans from across the country who may be combat wounded or suffering from issues associated with the psychological effects of war. By connecting with each other and with individuals, private companies, non-profit organizations and Government agencies, a community has been put in place to honor and support the vast growing number of veterans.

Our goal is to ensure our veterans continue to have physical access to the country they served, in a mentally and emotionally stable environment, and are honored for their commitment and service to this nation.

We at MWOTW are mission oriented in our objective to honor and support our nation’s veterans. In war, there are no unwounded soldiers…..

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