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Changing the lives of America’s Purple Heart Heroes

WWIA transforms the lives of our nation’s combat-wounded Purple Heart Veterans by providing therapeutic and adaptive outdoor sporting adventures across North America that provide healing for their body, mind, and spirit. We empower these Warriors to rediscover purpose, build lasting bonds, and feel honored, supported, and connected once again.

Wounded Warriors Testimonials

Great group of guys, lots of laughs, rain, reeling up fish, antics, and friendships made.  Proud to be a continuing Host. J. Moline, Current Affair Charters, Host

J. Moline

US Navy

After being an Associate/Guide for WWIA for 11 years, I've helped with so many incredible events, met some phenomenal people, and bonded with so many other Wounded Warriors. To date this year's WWIA halibut fishing event in Seward, Alaska is near the very top of all of them. This was a fantastic event when I helped in 2016 and it's become one of WWIA's premier events. The Warriors clicked as…

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J. French

US Army

All I can say about our trip as wow! I had such a great time. It has been way too long since I actually felt like I could relax and have fun. This was my first time in Alaska, and it was amazing. Everyone was just amazing. I can honestly say I felt the love from everyone. It was amazing hanging out with people who understand me. It reminded me…

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J. Gonzalez

USMC

What a trip, Captain John and Frenchie did an amazing job. Lots of firsts for me. First time in Alaska, the scale of everything here really makes you appreciate how fortunate we are to be in this country, have the things we have, and how small of a footprint we take up. First trip with WWIA, wow! Fishing was great, Captain John and Frenchie did an amazing job and worked…

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R. Hooker

US Air Force

I would like to thank all the members of the WWIA team, especially Mrs. Corrina, and Current Affair Charters. Special shout out to Captain John Moline. Everyone went out of their way to make the trip the best that it could have been even through flight delays and inclement weather. Once here it was awe inspiring natural beauty and nonstop action. I was teamed up with an awesome group of…

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W. Gibson

US Army

First off, I would like to thank WWIA, Corrina, Frenchie, John Moline, Seward American Legion, Wes Oetinger, and all the guys who attended this event. Even before we arrived, the attention to detail was great. We had some time and explored the area around the airport while waiting for one of the vets to land. The drive to Seward was filled with beautiful scenery and great conversation. Turns out I…

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J. Peterson

US Army

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Read more testimonials from combat-wounded Veterans to see how WWIA events have brought healing and lasting change to their lives.

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OurImpact

Since our inception in 2007, WWIA has provided real services to over 1,600 Purple Heart recipients. We provide world-class outdoor therapeutic, adaptive sporting opportunities like hunting and fishing to assist our wounded veterans in recovering mentally, physically, and spiritually from their wartime experiences. We connect them with their fellow Heroes, the great outdoors, and communities who honor their service and sacrifice.

Serving America’s Heroes Across North America

WWIA has proudly served and re-served thousands of Purple Heart recipients, from every state in the U.S., providing all-expense paid outdoor sporting adventures to an average of 165 Heroes annually.

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