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Wounded Warrior Outdoors

The Link-Up on March 20, 2023

Wounded Warrior Outdoors, Inc. is a non-profit organization exclusively founded to provide wounded servicemen and women with therapeutic outdoor adventures across North America. WWO gives deserving Active Duty Warriors in transition the opportunity of a lifetime in the wilderness location of their choice. We call them “Adventures Enabled.” Their adventure could take them bear hunting in the mountains of British Columbia, Canada, on alligator hunts or fishing excursions in the Gulf Coast region of Florida or deer hunting in Texas. During their experience, they will participate in therapeutic activities such as backpacking, trail expeditions and numerous social interactions.

Wounded Warrior Outdoors provides this all-inclusive adventure at absolutely no cost to the servicemen and women, their families or the government. Transportation, lodging, meals and documentation of the adventure is provided free of charge. It is because of this arrangement that Wounded Warrior Outdoors relies entirely on private donations. Administration, general offices and personnel services are donated.

In order to maintain this highly effective organization, we need the support of private individuals and corporations. At Wounded Warrior Outdoors, over ninety percent of all donations directly benefit these Active Duty Warriors in transition.

Fifty wounded, but active, members of the military are selected to participate each year. Our host facilities are of the highest quality and offer all the comforts of home. WWO also provides complete outfitting including gear, clothing and field transport. Even taxidermy services are provided at no charge.

Most important to the program, Active Duty Warriors in transition are provided with all the accessibility and equipment necessary to make it an adventure that is truly memorable and one in which they can participate fully. No matter the individual’s disability, our focus in on ability and making sure their adventure becomes the memory of a lifetime.

All military branches have participated in our program and we have many relationships with military hospitals that help us facilitate our programs.

Wounded Heroes Hunting Camp

The Link-Up on March 19, 2023

A Service for Our Military Service Members

Offering our wounded veterans the opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy a hunting or fishing trip with all expenses paid, our group focuses on uniting fellow Wounded Heroes on our outdoor adventures. On our trips, our Heroes create memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. Wounded Heroes Hunting Camp is here for our Heroes, and we hope that you will share in our passion and commitment to do what we can for the brave men and women who have sacrificed to protect our freedoms. We believe that healing begins on the hunt!

Heroes New Hope Foundation

The Link-Up on March 11, 2023

Heroes New Hope Foundation, Inc. is a 501©(3) organization formed in May of 2016 by Scott Goodman after a successful joint venture with Blind Endeavors – another 501©(3) that serves combat-wounded veterans – that came in the form of a turkey hunt for blinded veterans from across the United States.

After seeing firsthand, the needs of our veterans and their families who have sacrificed so much of themselves for our freedom, it is now time for us to give back to them.

Heroes New Hope Foundation provides all-inclusive ecotherapy opportunities included but not limited to an annual spring turkey hunt, summer fishing trip, fall deer hunt and other outdoor activities.

Fishing Has No Boundaries

The Link-Up on March 10, 2023

To provide recreational fishing opportunities for all anglers with disabilities regardless of their age, race, gender, or disability.

To create public awareness of the problems facing persons with disabilities and the shortfall of recreational opportunities.

To be a resource for information on adaptive fishing equipment and accessibility.

To promote research & development of specialized adaptive equipment and gear to enhance fishing experiences for anglers with disabilities.

To help fulfill the needs of participants for independence, positive self image, and a genuine feeling of accomplishment.

To enhance the lives of participants with camaraderie and lasting friendships through FHNB events across the country.

To provide information to any person with interest in setting up a new chapter or fishing event for anglers with disabilities.

To promote the need for recreation for persons with disabilities in a positive way.

To educate the public regarding the good Fishing Has No Boundaries®, Inc. is doing through pictures, press, and word of mouth.

To have the best angling events (not tournaments) for any person with any type of disability. In this way, all persons with disabilities are able to experience improved health, self esteem, confidence, and independence.

Brothers for Veterans

The Link-Up on March 7, 2023

501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization that was started in February 2019 by three brothers; Tyler Flick, Luke Bawel, and Brock Bawel.

They have a family history of military service, and are passionate about giving back to the people and families of those who served for our country. The bond these brothers share can’t be broken. It is only strengthened by their love of the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and adventure.

Project Healing Waters

The Link-Up on February 4, 2023

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing and associated activities including education and outings.

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing (PHWFF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization incorporated in the State of Maryland. PHWFF receives no government funding and is dependent on tax-deductible, charitable donations and the help of numerous volunteers to meet the educational, equipment, transportation, and related needs of its participants.

Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. strives to effectively serve the deserving past and present members of our armed forces who have made great sacrifices in the service of our nation.

Wheelin’ Sportsmen

The Link-Up on February 4, 2023

The Wheelin’ Sportsmen program began in October 2000 as the NWTF recognized the need to help people with mobility impairments enjoy the outdoors by participating in hunting and shooting sports.

Wheelin’ Sportsmen events provide participants an opportunity they may not be able to have on their own due to the lack of hunting land access, lack of the knowledge of how to return to the field after an injury or lack of necessary assistance.

Oftentimes, the knowledge and experience gained at one of our events allows the participants to continue hunting on their own throughout the year.

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