Wilderness Expeditions for OEF/OIF Veterans

Dec. 2, 2009 - PRLog -- In support of all veterans nationwide, DirectOpps wants to support the Sierra Club and Outward Bound by posting a public service announcement to promote veterans getting access to this wonderful experience which includes Outward Bound trips which include rock climbing, sailing, white water rafting, and other adventures as well. Please go their site at

http://www.outwardbound.org/index.cfm/do/cp.veterans

and get more information about registering.


OUTWARD BOUND OFFERING FREE WILDERNESS EXPEDITIONS
FOR OEF/OIF VETERANS

Seeking veterans nationwide for all expenses paid expeditions

Outward Bound, a 45-year old non-profit outdoor, adventure-education organization, is looking for OEF and OIF Veterans, interested in participating in fully- funded reintegration wilderness expeditions. Adventures are physically, mentally and emotionally stimulating and work to build the self-confidence, trust, and communication skills necessary to successfully return to their families and communities following war time service.

Goals of the program are to provide a positive outdoor experience for military veterans that will enable them to experience the healing benefits of the natural world and benefit from quality environmental education.


Who:    Available to all OEF or OIF Veterans who were deployed to Iraq and/or Afghanistan, pending medical screening

What:   A 5-7 day Wilderness Expedition: may include backpacking, rock climbing, canoeing, dogsledding, sailing, sea kayaking and white water rafting

When:      Dates available year-round

Where:   Wilderness locations include: California, Colorado, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Utah, Oregon, Washington, Alabama, and Florida

How:    What sets Outward Bound apart is that the goal is personal growth. The wilderness and the skills learned to deal with it are simply a vehicle for growth.

Cost:   All expenses paid! Veterans will not be responsible for cost of expedition including round-trip stateside transportation to course site. Funding provided by the Military Family Outdoor Initiative Project, a joint project of the Sierra Club and The Sierra Club Foundation.

To Enroll:   Please call 1-866-669-2362 ext 8387 (VETS)  

Website:     http://www.outwardbound.org/index.cfm/do/cp.veterans

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