We have been blessed to have been included in this event for the last couple of years. The camaraderie and respect we experience is so gratifying. We hope to be even more involved in the years to come. Thank you for all you do for those that did all for us.

D. and D. Brundage, Hollywood Sportfishing, Volunteers

I didn’t know what to expect coming to this event. Sometimes the unknown means you don’t feel like you’re in control. I took a leap and knew this was a great opportunity to meet fellow veterans and people. I am so thankful I came to this event, the camaraderie, the connections and the experience was great and something I’ll always remember. I’d recommend the event to anyone. Thank you.

S. Zimmerlee, US Army, Purple Heart Recipient

I have had a great experience of camaraderie, healing and of being treated with much honor. Fishing with the WWIA guide Jason has made this event a huge success. Thank you to all the people involved and the community. I highly recommend that Wounded Warriors attend this and other great events by WWIA.

G. Tempesta, US Army, Purple Heart Recipient

Thank you for an awesome fishing weekend. This was a once in a life time opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors and meet so many friendly people. The whole event was well run and really was amazing to attend. Thanks to the WWIA for the opportunity to attend this event
Finally, after all these years I feel welcomed home. Thank You

J. Whitten, US Army, Vietnam
Purple Heart Recipient

I want to thank WWIA for connecting me with such an amazing family. Dennis and Shelley were such amazing hosts, and they went above and beyond with the help of their community to make sure we were not just taken care of, but we’re borderline spoiled. We were accepted and they shared their place of paradise with us at DoubleCreek Lodge. It was quiet, it was beautiful, it was exactly what my soul needed. I immediately felt like part of their family as they shared stories of their lives together. We came to hunt turkeys and take part in the camaraderie associated with the hunt. We failed in the turkey arena, but more than made up for it with sharing our life stories, challenges, jokes, and our futures with each other. The memories I made with the other Warriors will be something I will never forget. Dennis and Shelley aren’t just taking care of Wounded Warriors, they are saving their lives one experience at a time. Thank you.

N. Romer, USMC, Purple Heart Recipient

I would like to say thank you to everyone who was part of this event or in some way enabled this event to happen. Thank you all for your time and care. It was amazing being around “the military type” again. Since I left the Army, I have often felt alone, disconnected, and lost. It sometimes feels like no one around me sees the world the same way that we, “the military type” do. That may be where that feeling of loneliness comes from. Taking part in this hunt felt like sunshine on my soul. The warmth, the fellowship, the laughter, that and so much more. Dennis and Shelley, you are an amazing couple and a shining example of what right looks like. I hope that my wife and I can share a fraction of the love that you two have for each other. Thank you for inviting us into your home and allowing us to share this fellowship. Jake, thank you for making this event happen and for watching after us. To the guides, thank you for your patience, your wisdom, and your company. You all are amazing, easy to speak to, and you made me feel like I am not alone. A special shout out to Mike, my “Blind Buddy”. It was great to get away from the world to sit, hunt, and counsel with you. To my fellow invited hunters, thank you for sharing your stories, your laughter, and your happiness. It meant the world to me. I will guard my heart by holding the memories we made near to my heart when I am feeling low. Thank you all for listening, for being there, and most of all thank you for your continued service.

S. Gay, US Army, Purple Heart Recipient

Thank you so very much for letting me have this opportunity with WWIA. This was a great getaway in my life and the veterans that I hung out with were super great and made me feel meaningful in this life. It was a good therapy and a very good time hunting turkey. Even though we didn’t get any, I still love the meditation that it brought me

Z. Jensen, USMC, Purple Heart Recipient

This is my second year to have the privilege to come to the Truxton event. When I received the call with only a days’ notice, it was not even a second thought. It was a yes. The chance to come back again to see all these wonderful and amazing people again. The chance to connect with other vets and gather to see how they feel. One of the men I had the privilege to meet was James. His heart is in all when it comes to turkey hunting. I learned many things from him about turkey hunting. The other vet I met on this trip was also our guide, his name is Roy. Roy is full of knowledge. I learned some things just listening to him talk. Getting the chance to come back to this event filled my heart with more joy than you can imagine. All of us were able to get a turkey and sharing the time in the woods with these men was a blast. Lots of laughs, some tears. Now this event is always going to be a special memory. Not only were we all able to get a bird, but it was their third time hosting this event with three Warriors each time and the chance to share it with them means the world to me. Looking forward to coming back in the future to hunt with Roy and his son alongside my extended family here in Truxton.

N. Gibbs, US Army, Purple Heart Recipient

This trip was amazing. This is my first event with WWIA and also this was my Guides first event as a Guide. I could not have asked for a better time because we had the best. Roy Holland is an amazing guide, but more so an amazing person. I felt that if there was anything I needed that wasn’t already provided for me, he would move mountains to get me what I needed. The event was the greatest, we had amazing Hosts that took care of anything that we needed or wanted. The food was so delicious. We had home-cooked meals at the cabin and Trent’s parents invited us to their home for a home cooked meal that made me feel at home. The Hosts and their guides were so knowledgeable and did above and beyond to make sure that all three of us went home with turkey and trout. The lodging that we stayed in was top-notch, comfortable, and they made you feel like home and made you feel welcome and safe. I made so many friends here that I will stay in contact with because they were amazing. Hands-down one of the best experiences I have ever had.

J. Bousfield, US Army, Purple Heart Recipient

Thank you to everyone at WWIA and the Hosts and guides in Rural Valley, PA. The entire trip was amazing from start to finish, and I felt at home with friends the whole time. The hospitality was truly felt, and I am eternally grateful for the opportunity. I appreciate everyone that made this week of turkey hunting, trout fishing, and good eating possible. Thank you so much.

A. Harkin, US Army, Purple Heart Recipient