L. Stawasz

Purple Heart Recipient
Fishing

2017

Military Branch: USMC

Event Name: N Bar Ranch Fly Fishing

I want to sincerely express my thank you to the Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation (WWIA) for the event at N Bar Ranch August 4-7, 2017. I thoroughly enjoyed the time spent with fellow combat veterans, sharing their military and personal experiences. I had a great time fishing the Smith River and ponds here at the Ranch in Montana. It was more than just fishing, it was the whole experience by the N Bar Ranch ownership, the hospitality by the ranch personnel was super, and the accommodations were excellent. To begin with, I must relate my experience with WWIA. I discovered information about WWIA from the Purple Heart Magazine. After making an inquiry, I supplied a bio and received a quick response from Corrina. Next, I received an invite to the N Bar Event. This was quickly followed up by a personal call from Jon French introducing himself and announcing that he would be my personal Guide. I then received a plane ticket to Montana. Incredible! Upon arrival in Billings, Montana, I was met by staff members from N Bar Ranch. Such an organization to behold. I am a Marine veteran from the Korea Era, discharged over 65 years ago. I never thought I would connect to fellow service personnel again. It was by accident that I discovered WWIA. I am sure there are many other vets that have never heard of WWIA that should be made aware. Thank you again WWIA for all you do for veterans.