🐻 Get ready! The 8th Annual Camp Hackett Black Bear Hunt is coming soon! This event will be held at WWIA's Camp Hackett in Phillips, Wisconsin from September 9th-13th. Our sincere thanks to Event Leader, Colonel (Retired) Arthur Kandarian, WWIA Guide Eddie Hoffmann, and exceptional event supporters Mike Reed, Bob Bolz, Casey Williams, Don Angelo, and John Carlson for their outstanding efforts in making this exciting event possible. Additional thanks to Jeff Williams and Keith Bogdanovic for bear processing, and special thanks to Zoila Yahn, Michael Mazemke, and Robert Edwards for generously donating bear tags for this event.
Our gratitude and appreciation to our friends and partners: Dave Hintz and the Hides for Heroes, Scott Samuels and the Wounded Warriors In Action Eagle River Muskie Chal-Lunge team, Scott Prescher & friends in conjunction with Soo Lake Bar & Grill, Dragonfly Energy, Kabco Builders, J. Pechauer Custom Cues, Olhausen Billiards, and the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation for their tremendous contributions and support. We salute everyone who has worked hard to support and assist this mission. Have an awesome and memorable time, Heroes! 💜
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Today, we honor the 81st anniversary of Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day)—a historic moment when World War II came to a close and freedom prevailed around the globe.
On this day, we pause to remember the extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the Greatest Generation. Their bravery secured victory and shaped the freedoms we cherish today.
At Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation, we carry forward that legacy of service and sacrifice by standing beside our Nation’s Purple Heart Heroes. We remain committed to honoring all who have served and sacrificed for our country, past and present.
Let us never forget the price of freedom—and may we always live in a way that honors those who secured it.
#WWIA #VJDay #WWII #NeverForget #HonorConnectHeal
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🎉🥳 Soo Lake Bar & Grill in Phillips, Wisconsin is hosting an exceptional event this Sunday, September 6th from 11am-8pm as they welcome the electrifying live music of the renowned bands, Reunited and The Freezers. There will be over $7,000 in available prizes, with the event featuring an awesome gun raffle that has five exceptional firearms, a silent auction that includes a fishing boat with motor and trailer, a Jordan Love autographed jersey, and so much more! Don't forget to grab some delicious food from Lola's Lunchbox and Fat Daddy’s Ice Cream food trucks while you're there. It's going to be an AWESOME time!
Reunited blends fine vocal harmonies through classic rock, country and folk music and the Freezers are an eclectic band that plays all genres and types of music from the late 70's to current hits. Reunited takes the stage at 2pm and the Freezers take the stage at 7pm. This night will be full of high-energy performances that will keep you dancing all day and night long!
Soo Lake Bar & Grill is the perfect place to unwind and connect with friends while helping to support our nation's combat-wounded Veterans. This evening of fellowship and fun will benefit the the Wounded Warriors in Action's (WWIA) Wisconsin Veterans Service Branch, directly supporting our annual Camp Hackett Events, which will take place this September and October.
Our gratitude and thanks to Soo Lake Bar & Grill for hosting this fundraising event, and to Scott Prescher and his incredible team of supporters for their tremendous coordination and efforts. If you're in the local area, spread the word, come on out and have a great time while supporting an amazing cause, while Reunited rocks you through the day and The Freezers Rock you through the night! See you there! 👊 🎸 🎶
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On this Warrior Wednesday, we salute and honor these remarkable combat-wounded Veterans that had a memorable and exciting time at the 2015 2nd Annual Kuneytown Sportsmens Club FLX Ducks and Bucks Hunt in beautiful Seneca Falls, New York. Please like and share to show your support for WWIA and our remarkable Purple Heart Heroes.
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September is Suicide Prevention Month 💜💙
Every day, our nation tragically loses Veterans to suicide. These are not just statistics—these are Heroes, fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters, and friends who have sacrificed for our freedom. At the Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation (WWIA), we refuse to let their struggles go unseen. We know the invisible wounds of war can be just as heavy as the visible ones. That’s why our mission goes far beyond providing outdoor adventures. These events aren’t just hunting and fishing trips, they're lifelines. They are where our Heroes find connection, purpose, and healing.
Through therapeutic, world-class, adaptive outdoor sporting events, we connect our Purple Heart Heroes with communities who care and honor their service and sacrifice. We connect them with heir fellow Heroes who understand their challenges and build bonds of friendship and support. We connect them with the great outdoors, which heals the body, mind, and spirit. Through an evidence-based program that has been serving combat-wounded Veterans for almost two decades, we help combat isolation, restore hope, provide resources, and play an integral role in preventing Veteran suicide.
🟣 If you're a Purple Heart Hero, we encourage you to reach out to us and apply for an event: wwiaf.org/heroapplication/
🔵 If you're interested in furthering our mission to bring Honor, Connection, and Healing to our Heroes, we encourage you to partner with us: wwiaf.org/get-involved/
🟡 No Veteran should ever feel alone or without hope. If you or a Veteran you know is struggling, please reach out for support. The Veterans Crisis Line is available 24/7—dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Help is always just a call away. 💜
#SuicidePreventionMonth #WWIA #HonorConnectHeal #PurpleHeart #Sports4Vets
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We are honored to share this Hero's powerful testimonial with you. The words and thoughts of our Heroes serve as the greatest example of why we do what we do.
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