Huts for Vets

?? Giving Season is Here! ?? This year, Huts for Vets served over 60 veterans, hosted transformative wilderness trips, and expanded our impact—all thanks to your incredible support. ??? Mark Your Calendars: ? Giving Tuesday: December 3, 2024 Donate directly on our new website: www.hutsforvets.org/donate ?Colorado Gives Day: December 10, 2024 Give here: https://lnkd.in/gZ45zpf2 ? New This Year: You can now set up monthly donations to make an ongoing impact all year! Every contribution helps us continue serving those who’ve served us. Let’s make this season one of gratitude, healing, and giving back. Together, we can make a difference! ??

Congratulations to our founder, Paul Andersen, on his induction to the Aspen Hall of Fame! ?? Paul's gift of storytelling, love of nature, and sense of adventure have inspired countless individuals through his writing and seminars. His passion for Colorado's landscapes and the Aspen community has left a lasting legacy. ?? This recognition is a testament to his enduring contributions and vision. Read more about his impact here: https://lnkd.in/g4tW9FHB

We’re thrilled to unveil the new Huts for Vets website and logo! Thanks to the talented team at?Align,?our redesigned site and fresh look make it easier than ever for veterans and supporters to connect, explore upcoming trips, and donate. Visit us at www.hutsforvets.org and let us know what you think!

We welcome Cristin Browne, our newest HFV board member. We are excited to have Cristin's energy, expertise, and leadership on our board. Welcome to the team! Cristin is a former Army Aviator, serving as a UH-60 Platoon Leader and Assault Company Commander during subsequent deployments to Afghanistan. Originally from the Jersey Shore, Cristin discovered while stationed in Colorado that her soul truly comes alive in the Rocky Mountains. She now spends much of her free time skiing, hiking, cycling, and bonding with family and friends on the Front Range. She enjoys performing improv comedy at her community theater and is passionate about mentoring veterans through their transition to civilian life. She holds a B.S. from the United States Military Academy at West Point and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.

As the sun sets on another successful season, we are filled with gratitude and excitement for what lies ahead. Huts for Vets had an incredible season, marked by new beginnings, powerful healing, and lessons learned. With your support, we can continue to achieve great things and look for new opportunities to help us continue impacting veterans' lives. Check out our recent newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gKZdX_hG

Join us at the Ute Theater in Rifle, Colorado, on Oct 11! We are thrilled to partner with Christian Beckwith of Ninety-Pound Rucksack podcast for an inspiring evening of history, storytelling, and impact! Learn how the legacy of the 10th Mountain Division helped shape outdoor recreation in America and discover the incredible healing power of wilderness therapy for veterans. Tickets available here: https://bit.ly/MntWarriors

What a season! As the Huts for Vets 2024 season concludes, we reflect on the incredible memories fostered on our trips. We are grateful to every veteran who trusted us to facilitate a program in the backcountry of Colorado in an intimate group of veteran peers and was encouraged to show a little vulnerability. It takes courage and strength to prioritize your healing journey, and we offered 48 veterans the opportunity to do just that. We are also highly grateful to our staff and volunteers; they provide a tremendous influx of skill, laughter, and wisdom, and their efficacy is high. Lastly, we could not serve our veterans without our gracious donors, sponsors, and partners, whom we forever appreciate for their contributions and commitments. We will need everyone’s continued support as we plan our season for 2025 and encourage veterans seeking help to apply to our program. To support our 2025 season, donate herehttps://bit.ly/HutsforVets

Huts for Vets completed a highly successful women’s retreat. The journey combined outdoor adventure with therapeutic reflection, providing a safe and supportive environment to connect with nature and each other. Participants shared stories, built camaraderie, and found healing in the serene wilderness. The success of this trip highlights the importance of empowering women veterans and addressing their unique needs. Huts for Vets continues to pave the way for an inclusive and impactful outdoor experience. #wildernesstherapy #hutsforvets #womenveterans

Co-Ed trip at Peter Estin Hut! A sublime cohort of men and women veterans uncorked in the backcountry, confiding in each other with challenging thoughts & feelings as well as entertaining each other on the campfire stage. We were reminded that healing doesn’t mean suffering and, at the same time, that there is meaning in suffering. Nature once again illustrated it’s a pristine medium for healing and suffering (in the best of ways.) We are most grateful for our trip's sponsor - the KAJ Foundation - who helped our veterans and staff embark on a compelling experience. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

On behalf of everyone at Huts for Vets, we thank Ryan Del Grosso and the Veterans Cup Foundation team for hosting an incredible golf tournament at Aspen Glen Golf Club! Your unwavering support, along with the backing of our community, is vital to our work. We couldn’t make the impact we do without you! It was an honor to stand united with Music Therapy Retreats and Warrior Saber (Shawn Wentz), supporting each other's missions. Together, we’re changing lives. More photos to come! #HFV #VeteransCupFoundation #CommunitySupport #VeteransCup24