Wounded Warriors In Action assist wounded veterans with their healing process

The Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation (WWIA) is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida. WWIA has been conducting operations in support of our Nation's combat wounded heroes since August of 2007.

Mission

The WWIA aids in healing the hearts and minds of our Nation's combat wounded heroes (Purple Heart recipients) from OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM and ENDURING FREEDOM. We accomplish this by providing to wounded veterans world-class outdoor sporting activities, chiefly consisting of participation in hunting and fishing retreats all across America.

Situation

The country has been at war for over 8 years now.
As of 01 Oct 09, the combined number of wounded warriors from OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM and OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM was 35,653. See U.S. Casualty Report
These men and women are our nation's most treasured asset.
Americans want to help, most are unsure how.
Hunting and fishing provide excellent niche opportunities to assist our wounded veterans in recovering - mentally, physically and spiritually from their war experiences.

The WWIA Goals

Increase Self-Reliance
Bolster Self-Confidence
Enjoy the Great Outdoors
Promote Spiritual Healing and Wellness
Instill a Sense of Belonging

Upcoming 2010 Events

21-23 May 2010: Central Wisconsin "Cast & Blast". We will shoot giant carp with our bows, hunt for turkey, and fish for walleye and bass.

24-27 Sep 2010: Alligator hunt in Gainesville, Florida. We hunt alligators with professional guides in the lakes and swamps in/around Central Florida.

9-12 Sep 2010: Upland game bird hunt, upstate New York. Hunt quail, pheasants, chucker on a beautiful private game preserve.

15-17 Oct 2010: Pheasant Hunt, opening day in South Dakota! Grand Ciel Lodge. Hunt behind Braque francais French Pointers!

28 Oct - 1 Nov 2010 (Group A) and 4 - 8 Nov 2010 (Group B): Two separate combined trophy whitetail bow hunt, ruffed grouse, and muskie fishing in northern Wisconsin at Camp Hackett. We have a total of 6 slots remaining.

Dec 2010 (exact dates TBD): Duck hunt, California! Hunt just about every species of duck known to man smack dab in the western fly zone. Bang away at everything from divers to pin tail. Some of the best duck hunting in north America. Roseville, CA

Interested individuals contact john@wwiaf.org.