Our Ten Favorite Photos of 2024
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.
Year-End Giving: A Call to Action for Warriors & Quiet Waters
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.
Equipped to Thrive | A New Path to Healing
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.
Pulling the Needs of Combat Veterans from the Shadows
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.
2024 Spring Newsletter CEO Message
As we step into the vibrancy of spring, I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude and excitement for what lies ahead.
What's Next? What's Next? What's Next?
No, that's not a typo. Those are titles for three different chapters in my life.
A Memorial Day Message from WQW's CEO
On the last Monday of May each year, Americans pause to remember and honor our war dead. It’s a fitting tribute for those who sacrificed all that they had – and ever would have - in service of something bigger than themselves: things like the honor and safety of their comrades; their mission; the legacy of their unit; the sanctity of our National Ensign; and the security of our Nation.
Equipped to Thrive: Learning Who I Am & Where I Belong
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.
Equipped to Thrive: My Hunt for Purpose Journey
After my first Fishing Experience (FX) with Warriors & Quiet Waters (WQW), I knew I had found something incredible.
Inaugural State of the Organization Address
Watch our first State of the Organization Address here!
Eric Hastings Shares The History of WQW's Original Logo
The original logo of Warriors & Quiet Waters is the seal of a dream to make the lives of post-9/11 veterans worth living following traumatic, and sometimes catastrophic, wounds sustained in combat.
Putting the Power of Nature to Work in Service of Veterans
In 1993 I left Montana to join the Marine Corps and spent the next 27 years living all over America and overseas.
Introducing WQW's Newest Program: The Florida Fishing Experience
In the coming weeks, you’re going to see and hear us talking about a new program that we’re conducting this year.
Experiencing a WQW First
Fondly referred to as the Sayonara Dinner, that last meal is a pivotal part of our programming here at WQW. It’s when we ask the volunteers, the Warriors, and any staff members in attendance to reflect on what the week meant to them
Meet Susan Ziegler, a WQW Alumna & Volunteer
Caregivers have the tools to help Warriors through the residual effects of war: Susan Ziegler is one of these hidden heroes.
9/11: Twenty Years Later
9/11: Twenty Years Later. A Warriors & Quiet Waters Alumna Shares Her Story of Hope
Supporting America's Veterans is Essential
Supporting American's Veterans is Essential — Now and Always: Guest Post by Jen Perry, President and Owner of Jelt
It Started With a Vice
Trout Unlimited Donates Thousands of Flies to Warriors & Quiet Waters.
Sayonara From the Smith River
I lay here in my surprisingly dry tent as the pitter-patter of the rain echoes throughout the canyon.
Mother's Day Memories - When My Brother Left for the Army
On Mother’s Day 2014, my family stood in the parking lot of the recruiter’s office.