C. Mager

I had mixed emotions coming to an event like this since I’ve never attended one before. With that being said, this is the single best event or environment that I could’ve asked for. As soon as I walked into the lodge, I had an immediate comfortable feeling. As the night went on, I felt like I had gotten to know most of the people there to the point that I was more than comfortable. I was amazed by the sincerity and care that everyone showed me. I wasn’t pushed to talk about things I didn’t want to, but they were available if I wanted to talk. The hunting and fishing were fantastic, and I was literally able to decompress and have a clear mind of peace for three days. Thank God and God bless WWIA and all the people behind the scenes. This has been life changing.

C. Mager, USMC, Purple Heart recipient