Creating Inspiration Through the Outdoors
Creating Inspiration Through the Outdoors
We create meaningful outdoor experiences that bring veterans together through adventure, camaraderie, and time in nature—all at no cost. From fishing trips to hunting excursions and more, each outing is designed to build connection, restore perspective, and provide a break from the noise of everyday life.
Matt, Iraq War Veteran


Experience the challenge and reward of the hunt alongside fellow veterans. These trips focus on skill-building, focus, and shared purpose—offering a structured, engaging environment where participants can unplug, stay present, and work toward a common goal together.

Relax, recharge, and reconnect on guided fishing trips built for veterans. These outings combine peaceful time on the water with meaningful conversation, shared experience, and the kind of mental reset that’s hard to find anywhere else.

Adventure meets connection on family-focused whitewater rafting trips. Designed to bring veterans and their families together, these experiences create unforgettable memories, strengthen relationships, and offer a fun, shared challenge outside everyday life.

Hands-on classes like knife forging and pen making offer veterans a chance to learn new skills, focus their minds, and create something meaningful. These experiences blend craftsmanship, creativity, and community in a powerful, therapeutic way.

Our annual banquet brings the community together to celebrate impact and fuel the mission. Through stories, connection, and support, this event helps fund future adventures and ensures more veterans can experience these life-changing opportunities.

Our Golf Scramble brings the community together for a fun, competitive day on the course while supporting veterans. We also host an annual 5K fundraiser, giving supporters another way to get involved and give back. Together, these events help fund meaningful outdoor adventures at no cost to those who served.
The best way to know about upcoming trips is to be on our mailing list . We don't stuff your inbox, but we'll keep you informed of what's coming.
We usually have at least one of our future trips posted on Facebook. And you can explore previous trips UVA has offered.








































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