I would like to thank WWIAF for allowing me to come to Wisconsin and enjoy some world class outdoor hunting and fishing. I cannot thank you all enough. The memories will last a lifetime as well as the friendships. Jake is an excellent Host and always has something great to say, always has a smile on his face. John is such a great guy and he really makes me proud to be a veteran. People like the families and fisherman I’ve met while on this trip are what America is supposed to be about. These people are the reason guys like me serve this country. God Bless.

-J. Hoggard, US Army
Purple Heart Recipient

Thank you so much for the opportunity to spend time with you. I had an absolute blast at this hunting camp. The people I got to meet were the type of people I enjoy spending time with. Every part of this trip was fun and exciting. During this trip I was reminded what it is like to part of a real brotherhood that gets lost when we get back home. I am very appreciative of all the staff have done to make this trip a reality. I hope that someday I will be able to return some of the generosity that you have shown me. If ever you are in Oregon, I hope you will call me and maybe we can hunt or fish together again. Please don’t hesitate to call. Thank you very much.

-M. Campbell, US Army
Purple Heart Recipient

Wounded Warriors in Action is a phenomenal organization. I’ve never been given the opportunity to shoot many species other than deer. This trip gave me the opportunity to shoot geese, deer and grouse. I had a blast hunting new species. John and Jake were great Hosts and they made all of us feel like family. I spent many years overseas between the military and contracting and WWIA reconnected me back with the passion that I used to have. I have not had many opportunities to get in the woods until now. Muskie fishing was something else. I never would have imagined me fishing for a fish of that size. I enjoyed every moment of the trip. The community around Phillips invited us in with open arms. They made the experience very special for me. I can’t thank John and Jake enough for giving me this opportunity of a lifetime.

-J. Mullinax, US Army
Purple Heart Recipient

What this organization does is incredible. This weekend has been awesome. From shooting birds, catching my first Muskie, watching deer and just generally being in some amazing country. There have been many times over the past years when I questioned my decision to join and then stay in, especially after being shot in Afghanistan. Events like this erase that doubt. We have been surrounded by people who remind us why our endeavor is a worthy one. It is so easy to lose that point of reference in the fog of society. The time I spent here has been like being able to push a reset button and it’s like the weight of the world disappeared for a few days. (even though my back feels like the weight of the world is on it from all that Muskie Fishing)! I feel blessed to have the opportunity to experience this place, as the cheesy saying goes “Time spent in the woods is never wasted”. That couldn’t be truer on this event. I am eternally grateful for the outpouring of generosity.

-D. Middleton, US Army
Purple Heart Recipient

There aren’t enough words to express how grateful and thankful I am for the love, hospitality and enjoyment that the W. PA hunt has brought all of us this weekend. The Bevevino family opened their hunting camp, land, and hearts to us along with all of the guides this weekend. Sure, the reason we are here is for a whitetail hunt but more importantly, it is a weekend of healing where we can all come together, judgement free and just be together in an environment that is relaxed and filled with joy and laughter. Thank you so much for everything.

-J. Jordan, US Army
Purple Heart Recipient

I can’t express enough how healing t was to be involved in the WWIA deer hunt in PA. How do you say thank you to people who give out pure love to our veterans? Thank you falls short of what really needs to be said. There were so many things that I could talk about. We are all now part of this family. May God bless each and every one of you. You are all why we serve. Willing to drop our last drop of blood if need be. You are the real Americans that are worth dying for. Thank you and love you all.

-R. Stewart, US Army Vietnam
Purple Heart Recipient

WWIA never ceases to amaze me. This is my second trip through the organization and once again I was blown away by my experience here. The camaraderie that was shared on this trip was outstanding. The event staff did an excellent job of making all five of us feel comfortable and welcome which made it very easy for us to gel as a group and make new friends here. I was moved by the level of support from this small community and the love they showed us. These trips are healing and soothing at the same time. Being around other soldiers/Marines/sailors, etc. that understood the lifestyle and things that we have gone through is a great get away from the daily struggle. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to WWIA, Keith and his whole staff here at the Kuneytown Hunt Club and the whole town who supported us. Thank you for this awesome experience.

-J. Marley, US Army
Purple Heart Recipient

I can't thank WWIA enough for the opportunity to come out and join fellow Purple Heart Recipients on this hunt. While getting to enjoy nature and the opportunity to hunt in places I never thought I would go, I find the most important part of these trips is getting to meet other Purple Heart recipients and the people who provide these opportunities for us. It is by far one of the most mentally and physically relaxing things I have gotten the chance to do. This trip allowed me to relax and reset from all the problems I was currently dealing with back home and sent me back home with a feeling of pride and accomplishment. The guides provided me everything I needed and made sure I had every opportunity to harvest and animal. I really can’t put into words how thankful I am for Wounded Warriors In Action and everyone who helps make all of these hunts possible. These trips are opportunities of a lifetime and I am forever grateful to be a part of this family and organization.

-R. Heard, U.S. Army
Purple Heart Recipient

First of all, thank you to WWIA for allowing me the opportunity to come on this hunt. It was a once in a lifetime experience, I will never forget. The staff at Kuneytown Sportsman Club are second to none and I couldn’t be more satisfied. Crystal was an amazing Guide and very courteous. She was knowledgeable and confident in her abilities. Scott, Bob, Kenny, Daly, Eric and Keith were all amazing gentleman and put forward a lot of effort and sacrificed personal family time to be with us. Mo was amazing and her classes and cooking were second to none. I could not brag enough on my Guide, Keith Tidball. Keith is an amazing man with an amazing life story. I will never forget this experience and I am thankful beyond words

-M. Brannon, US Army
Purple Heart Recipient

I want to say that this has been the best experience of hog hunting that I have ever been on. The people here in Bay St. Louis, MS made my stay here awesome. I also want to thank Wounded Warriors in Action for making this all happen. I have made new friends, Audie Murphy, Joe Liddell, Debbie, Uncle Dave and countless other family and friends of the Murphy’s. This experience for me allowed me to see how important us service members really are to them. I thank God for blessing me to meet people who go out of their way to show their love for us.

-D. Stoner, USAF
Purple Heart Recipient

Thank you WWIA for providing this opportunity. Thank you also to Mr. Berryman for your professionalism as out team leader. We all as a group had an awesome time hunting pheasants and sharing experiences. New friends were made, and fun was had. Thanks again.

-D. Essig, US Army
Purple Heart Recipient

This is the first time I have been to North Dakota and I have had one of the best times I could have ever imagined. I shot a lot of birds, made a lot of new friends, and added to my circle of family! This has truly been a once in a lifetime event. If it gets any better than this, I have not experienced it thus far in life. Thank you, Dan Berryman, for being a Guide for us and my partner in crime against those pheasants. We got em.

-D. Smith US Army
Purple Heart Recipient