Warriors 2 Wilderness
HEALING AMERICA'S HEROES IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Warriors 2 Wilderness
HEALING AMERICA'S HEROES IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS
W2W Mission Statement
At Warriors to Wilderness, our mission is to provide a travel and lodging expense paid holistic wilderness retreats and therapeutic hunting experiences for veterans, cultivating physical and mental healing, camaraderie, and empowerment. We aim to connect veterans with the outdoors and promote their overall wellbeing by fostering a sense of community, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose through the dynamic activity of hunting. Our organization is committed to supporting veterans in their journey towards resilience, confidence, and improved quality of life. Through our unique blend of outdoor adventures and camaraderie, we strive to help veterans regain their sense of self and unleash their full potential.
Empowering Veterans; Healing Hearts, Changing Lives
Warriors to Wilderness is a unique nonprofit organization that offers exclusive spring and summer holistic and therapeutic wilderness retreats, and fall and winter therapeutic bow and crossbow hunting retreats, nature trail hikes kayaking, bow fishing and private fishing retreats specifically designed to provide therapeutic experiences for veterans. By focusing on hunting nature trailing and fishing activities, we aim to empower veterans through nature-based therapy, fostering a sense of achievement and camaraderie in the great outdoors. Join us in supporting our heroes as they find healing and renewal through these tailored retreats.
Our Commitment to Nature
At Warriors 2 Wilderness, we are deeply committed to fostering an environment where both veterans and wildlife can thrive. We understand that wildlife is a vital component of the wilderness immersion and healing process, as it helps reconnect individuals with nature in profound and transformative ways.
A cornerstone of our dedication is the Warriors to Wilderness Observatory, an innovative facility designed to enhance the healing experience of our participants. This observatory allows veterans to safely and respectfully observe wildlife in their natural habitat. The connection they build by observing these animals often plays a crucial role in the healing journey, reminding them of the delicate balance of life and sparking a sense of peace and purpose.
To further this mission, Warriors to Wilderness provides clean and natural food sources, such as unprocessed corn and mineral blocks, ensuring that wildlife in our care is sustained in the most ethical and natural manner possible. This practice reflects our deep respect for these animals and our commitment to preserving the integrity of the ecosystem.
Moreover, Warriors to Wilderness is proud to operate as a zero-waste organization. Every resource is used efficiently and sustainably, minimizing our environmental footprint and honoring the wilderness we so deeply value. Our commitment extends to responsible hunting practices—when a deer is harvested, it is either processed and consumed by our veteran hunters or graciously donated to local area families in need who have requested extra harvests. This ensures that nothing is wasted and the circle of giving continues.
Through these efforts, Warriors to Wilderness not only supports veterans in their return to self-sufficiency and mental wellness but also contributes to the stewardship of the natural world, creating harmony and healing on multiple levels.
In 2024 Warriors 2 Wilderness impacted lives of more than 35 veterans not just in Ohio, but across the United States
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