I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of this amazing hunt. Thank you for allowing me to participate and learn alongside such an incredible team. This opportunity has not only expanded my knowledge of the sport but has also deepened my appreciation for nature and the camaraderie that comes with this type of event. I am thankful for the guidance, support, and memories made. I look forward to future experiences and continued growth. A big thank you to the whole staff at WWIA for everything.

C. Meyer, US Army, Purple Heart recipient

I had a great time this weekend. This was my first WWIA event and I am grateful for the experiences and the chance to meet and spend time with other Warriors. Our Host and Guides were outstanding. I had a great time on the hunt. Thank you to everyone who sponsored the event. It was one of the most relaxing weekends I have had in years.

T. Rettig, US Army, Purple Heart recipient

Another epic weekend with WWIA. I have taken so much from this amazing organization and cannot wait to start giving back a little. I love to hunt and fish and because of WWIA, I have been given more opportunities than I deserve. The people are what makes these experiences the best. The generosity and selflessness of the WWIA staff, Hosts and landowners is unreal and I am grateful. Thank you.

T. Smith, US Army, Purple Heart Recipient

Tony’s shop is terrific! His teachers are the best also. It is amazing what can be made out of a piece of wood. Us veterans each made about seven or eight projects. I want to thank Tony and WWIA for giving back to Purple Heart soldiers, we love you!

C. Winnekens, US Army, Purple Heart recipient

Thank you so much for the continued opportunity to spend time and learn from the Warriors, Tony and all the help he has. I look forward to being able to connect with both old ad new friends. It is always an amazing group and event. It is incredibly evident how caring and enthusiastic Tony is to spend time and teach all of us. It always amazes me how much time and effort Tony puts into this event to make it such a good time for everyone. Thank you so much! Tony is truly an amazing friend.

J. Chance, USMC, Purple Heart recipient and Volunteer

Thank you for the opportunity to come and learn a new skill and turn some amazing things I thought I could never do. I had a fantastic time and now have a new hobby and skill set to be able to make everything I can think of. You have an amazing program. I appreciate everything you all do and for the time everyone takes to volunteer to come help instruct us to better our woodturning abilities. It means more to me and to all of us veterans to have such an opportunity. Thank you to everyone involved in WWIA for all you do.

R. Fyffe, US Army, Purple Heart recipient

This week was an amazing opportunity for me. I have been wanting to try woodturning for five or six years, but this was the first time for me. Having the chance to learn the skill from such experienced craftsmen has been the opportunity of a lifetime for me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this opportunity and for your effort and generosity in establishing and running this event. This sort of thing is more important than you know for guys like me.

A. Cook, US Army, Purple Heart recipient

I am beyond grateful for this opportunity. I learned, laughed, and connected with other vets and hunters. I pray to participate again in future events. I became more confident in my hunting. A memory I will cherish forever.

G. Quintero, US Army, Purple Heart recipient

Thank you all for such an amazing weekend. This trip could not have come at a better time for me. Life lately has been rough and the stress and anxiety have been almost unbearable at times. Being able to come to Ohio for four days has been an amazing re-set for me. I look forward to going home with a clear head. The hunting was tough, but the guides, cooks, and volunteers were amazing. I can’t say thank you enough for this short break from real life and being able to be stress-free.

R. Ryker, US Army, Purple Heart recipient

This was my first WWIA hunt. I am grateful and thankful for the opportunity, experience, and memories. It is something I will never forget and will cherish. The guys were awesome, and a tight brotherhood was formed from everyone involved.

Z. Rice, USMC, Purple Heart recipient