“I caught a fish. Then another. I tied my own flies. I fumbled and learned and kept going. And somewhere in all of that, I found something I didn’t expect: joy.”

After war, many Americans may not so readily witness the visible and invisible wounds of combat that often accompany veterans’ return home.

Human beings are not fragile. We are not made of glass, shattering at the first sign of adversity.

As we reminisce on the past year, we’re excited to share our ten favorite photos that truly capture the spirit of 2024's peak experiences in nature.

Currently, we face a staggering challenge: since January over 1,600 veterans have added their names to our waitlist and are awaiting the chance to apply to Built for More.

Meet Chris Beach, WQW Built for More program alum. Chris shares the story of his service, the struggles he faced after separating from the military, and how finding the Built for More program has truly changed his life.

At the heart of the transition from military to civilian life is the need to recognize and empower the identity transformation and finding new purpose and community.

What if the strongest predictor of your long-term health and happiness wasn’t your genetics or lifestyle choices but the strength of your relationships?

On Friday, September 6^th, 2024, over 600 WQW community members came together for one of the most highly anticipated events of the year: Warrior Taste Fest.

As we step into the vibrancy of spring, I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude and excitement for what lies ahead.

No, that's not a typo. Those are titles for three different chapters in my life.

We are thrilled to share the incredible news that our board chair, Sandy Stash, has been elected as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering (CAE).

Warriors & Quiet Waters asked CEO Brian Gilman, Col, USMC (Retired) to share his favorite books in three different categories: Leadership, Outdoor Immersion, and Fiction. In addition, Brian shared his thoughts on the benefits of reading.

Seventeen years ago, on April 16, Warriors & Quiet Waters gained official recognition as a 501(c)(3) organization. Today, we rejoice in the history and the promising future of WQW.  

WQW Impact: How Two Brothers Recreated Meaningful Memories on the Yellowstone

WQW Alum and Guide, Jordan, had a once in a lifetime experience exploring the Preserve and the surrounding Lee Metcalf Wilderness, and seeing various forms of wildlife, such as elk, mule deer, whitetail deer, and a wolf.

WQW has equipped me with the tools to shed the weight of my past, and accepting their help has been nothing short of transformative.

Meet Curtis, a U.S. Marine Veteran who came to Warriors & Quiet Waters (WQW) in search of a thriving life.

Post-9/11 combat veteran Larry has been a part of the Warriors & Quiet Waters Family for almost a decade.

My first exposure to Warriors & Quiet Waters (WQW) was about five years after I was medically retired from the Army.

Since being wounded in 2004 and medically retired from the Army, finding my purpose and learning to thrive with my “new normal” has been a long and arduous journey.

After my first Fishing Experience (FX) with Warriors & Quiet Waters (WQW), I knew I had found something incredible.