Thursday, May 23, 2013
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NAVY SAFE HARBOR FOUNDATION 3RD ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT   WHAT: The NSHF Annual Golf Tournament includes an 18-hole Scramble on an award winning course, a gourmet lunch and dinner, hosted reception, live raffle, plus Closest to the Pin and Longest Drive contests.
Veterans' retreat receives local aid   Forty-nine thousand U.S. soldiers have been wounded in the wars in Iraq or Afghanistan. The road to recovery and adaptation to life without limbs or other serious injuries is often marred with post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury. All too often soldiers who struggle to reintegrate into society fall victim to depression and addiction.  
HM2 Jacob Emmott's Story   HM2 Jacob Emmott, “Doc Emmott” was on deployment with the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment in Afghanistan when he was injured.
HM3 James A. Raffetto's Story HM3 James Raffetto was assigned to the Marines of 1st Reconnaissance and, while in Afghanistan in August 2010, he was severely injured by an improvised explosive device (IED) blast.
ENS Chastity Dunnaville's Story ENS Chastity Dunnaville has known the U.S. Navy since she was a child; her mother and several relatives are now retired from naval service.
GM3 Paul Hurley's Story GM3 Paul Hurley was deployed to Bahrain as part of anti-piracy security team. One night, his car was broadsided in a hit and run accident. He ended up with two badly broken legs and one had to be amputated.
CDR Kim Lebel's Story Commander Kim Lebel was deployed as an IA to Afghanistan as part of an imbedded medical training team. One day, during a PT run, she was shot. She was airlifted out with a badly wounded arm. Her medical condition improved, but what she needed was a little non-medical help.

NAVY SAFE HARBOR FOUNDATION 3RD ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

 

WHAT: The NSHF Annual Golf Tournament includes an 18-hole Scramble on an award winning course, a gourmet lunch and dinner, hosted reception, live raffle, plus Closest to the Pin and Longest Drive contests.

Outdoor Recreation & Athletics

WARRIOR 100K BIKE RIDE - Each spring, approximately 20 servicemen and women wounded in the global war on terror join President George W. Bush for a 100-kilometer mountain bike ride. Part of the Bush Institute's Military Service Initiative, the W100K highlights the bravery and sacrifice of warriors and recognizes organizations that support America’s heroes. The 3rd Annual Bush Center Warrior 100K mountain bike ride will take place May 23-25, 2013, near Waco, Texas.

RIVERS OF RECOVERY - Rivers of Recovery specializes in the rehabilitation of combat veterans suffering with Post Traumatic Stress (PTS), minor Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), stress, anxiety and depression. The program combines outdoor recreational activities with instruction on the self-treatment of symptoms of stress, depression and anxiety, while empowering veterans to live a life that is no longer restricted by psychological or physical disabilities.

BIRDIES FOR THE BRAVE - A PGA TOUR Charities, Inc. program, Birdies for the Brave is a military outreach initiative proudly supported by the PGA TOUR that is dedicated to supporting the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families.  Since 2005, the TOUR has joined with PGA TOUR players and corporate partners to raise millions of dollars for military homefront groups that provide critical programs and services to meet the specialized needs of male and female wounded warriors as well as military families that served both pre and post 9/11.

SUMMER SPORTS CLINIC - Offers adventure sports and recreational activities such as sailing, surfing, track and field events, kayaking and cycling (hand and tandem), to those who were recently injured. Complimenting the therapy provided in daily rehabilitation programs, the Clinic shares a glimpse of the many exciting recreational opportunities awaiting those Veterans who accept the challenge. With the variety of water and summer sports available at the Clinic, this week-long journey hosts Veterans from all over the country who have a variety of injuries, ranging from traumatic brain injury and polytrauma, to spinal cord injury or loss of limb. Its fundamental purpose is to provide early intervention for Veterans battling back from injury, not only strengthening their bodies but overcoming and improving their overall being and self-worth.

WARRIOR OPEN - Golf is an important part of the rehabilitation process for many of those seriously injured on the front lines. The sport provides an opportunity to leave the hospital environment and get some fresh air. It requires focus and concentration, which can help take the mind off the recovery process and the pain. It provides a way to hone movement and motor skills.

SALUTE MILITARY GOLF ASSOCIATION - SMGA provides rehabilitative golf experiences, instruction, equipment and playing opportunities for post-9/11 wounded veterans with the goal to "Empower Our Nation's Heroes One Fairway at a Time".

NATIONAL AMPUTEE GOLF ASSOCIATION - One-year membership for any war veteran amputee of OEF/OIF/OND. In conjuction with the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and the Professional Golf Association (PGA) nationwide golf seminars are open to all amputee veterans.

COMPETITIVE SHOOTING - NRA's Competitive Shooting Division offers a wide range of activities in all types of shooting, for everyone from the novice to the world-class competitor. The NRA sanctions over 10,000 shooting tournaments and sponsors over 50 national championships each year. The NRA Competitive Shooting Division is proud to offer a new recreational shooting event for home town shooting clubs, businesses and civic organizations! Our goal is to create an intraclub event that anyone can shoot, beginner to expert. These events are to be fun, relaxing and will encourage your members to try a variety of disciplines and courses of fire. Learn more at www.nraclubchamp.com

WINTER SPORTS CLINIC MIRACLE ON A MOUNTAINSIDE - The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic is a world leader in adaptive winter sports instruction for U.S. military Veterans and active-duty servicemen and women with disabilities. Set in stunning Snowmass, Colorado, the clinic celebrates its 27th year, bringing nearly 400 Veterans with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, orthopedic amputations, visual impairments, certain neurological conditions and other injuries to the mountain.

NAVY WOUNDED WARRIORS - SAFE HARBOR

Navy Wounded Warrior – Safe Harbor is the Navy’s organization for coordinating the non-medical care of seriously wounded, ill, and injured Sailors, Coast Guardsmen, and their families. Through proactive leadership, the program provides individually tailored assistance designed to optimize the success of the shipmates’ recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration activities.

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