activities for veterans – Page 4 – Wounded Warriors at Nebo

Cool and Cloudy

October 16, 2023October 16, 2023
by dottietheadmin

Thursday, 10 October 2023, was in the mid 60s and partly cloudy when the 9 soldiers arrived at Enchanted Rock. Chaplain Hatcher from the Soldier Recovery Unit (SRU) at Fort Sam Houston had brought patients from the SRU for a day of play on the “Rock”. Getting them away from the stress they face everyday.

They were met at the Enchanted Rock pavilion by Sharon Massey and Brenda Novian who had brought lots of breakfast items, fruit, cookies, etc. All made the hike to the summit most with a stop to enjoy the views or rest now and then.

Everyone worked up an appetite, so when all were back at the pavilion, they headed to Hondo’s on Main for lunch. By then the sun had broken through warming it up slightly. During lunch there was lots of conversation sharing experiences. For desert Sharon suggested ice cream at Clear River Ice Cream, Bakery & Deli. About half said they were too full but the others were game. When all was said and done, everyone got either ice cream or pastry.

Wounded Warriors at Nebo sends a special thanks for the homemade cookies made by members of the Ephraim Andrews chapter of the DAR. There wasn’t one left! What the soldiers didn’t eat at the park they took for a snack on the way back to San Antonio. We also thank Hondo’s who always makes us feel welcome and gives us a break on the cost.

The soldiers were gracious enough to share photos with us. They can be viewed by following this link https://wwnebo.org/photos

Fly Fishing Workshop

October 8, 2023
by dottietheadmin

Healing Waters and Wounded Warriors at Nebo are teaming up to provide a two day Fly Fishing Workshop. Warriors will arrive at the VFW in Fredericksburg by 9am on Tuesday, November 7th. There they will be taught how to tie flies after which they will enjoy lunch. Later they will practice casting. Dinner will be provided that evening. On Wednesday, November 8th after breakfast at the hotel they will go fishing (location to be determined).

THIS IS A CATCH AND RELEASE EVENT.

Enchanted Rock

October 6, 2023October 7, 2023
by dottietheadmin

Warriors will meet Wounded Warriors at Nebo volunteers at Enchanted Rock around 9 a.m. After a snack while they sign releases and unwind from their trip from San Antonio, they will climb ‘the rock’ and possibly explore the caves and other areas in the park. Those who cannot hike the Rock may choose to hike around the base, explore the small lake or simply enjoy being out of doors.

To sign up:

Active Duty: any military branch, in treatment or transition contact Chaplain Hatcher’s office (210) 808-6609.

Medically discharged: Follow the link above and complete the registration form.

Family Christmas R&R

September 18, 2023October 6, 2023
by dottietheadmin

Families will start checking into their hotel after 3pm then gather at the Museum of the Pacific War ballroom for dinner. After dinner there will be chairs in front of the museum for families to sit and watch the lighted Christmas Parade. Other activities available this weekend are the Eisebahn (ice skating), museums, art galleries, etc.

Space is limited to 12 families, the chaplain and 3 cadre for a total attendance of 55 individuals.

Since this is an R&R attendees are free to do what they want although they are expected to attend meals, i.e. Friday dinner, Saturday lunch and dinner.

To sign up:

Active Duty: any military branch, in treatment or transition contact Chaplain Hatcher’s office (210) 808-6609.

Medically discharged: Follow the link above and complete the registration form.

Enchanted Rock

September 18, 2023October 6, 2023
by dottietheadmin

To sign up:

Active Duty: any military branch, in treatment or transition contact Chaplain Hatcher’s office (210) 808-6609.

Medically discharged: Follow the link above and complete the registration form.

R & R

R & R 5-7 May 2023

May 11, 2023May 11, 2023
by dottietheadmin

On Friday, 5 May, eleven (11) families arrived in Fredericksburg ready for a weekend of fun. As they arrived they checked into the Inn on Baron’s Creek. Later they all gathered at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church for Dinner and to get to know each other. During orientation they were provided with a list of things available to do during the weekend including places waiving admission. The weekend was warm enough that the pool was inviting and well used in addition to exploring some of the historical buildings and other sights on main street. Saturday was another beautiful day. We got to see most of the families at Gattis for lunch (the kids got $10 game tickets) and everyone ate until they couldn’t eat anymore. Later that evening Bethany Lutheran Church hosted dinner which was followed by Bingo. Everyone had a good time playing and seeing what prize they would get.

Thanks to all the volunteers who helped make this weekend possible! We especially thank both Holy Ghost Lutheran and Bethany Lutheran for hosting and providing delicious meals in addition to visiting with the guests making them feel welcome. As always, the Inn on Baron’s Creek took good care of our guests.

Once again God provided a beautiful weekend and safe travels.

Photos from the weekend can be viewed by clicking on Photos at the top of the page and selecting the album titled R&R May 5-7, 2023.

News Letters

1Q23 Newsletter

May 6, 2023
by dottietheadmin

The 1Q23 newsletter covers Wounded Warriors at Nebo activity January – March of 2023.
Follow the link to read on line or download the newsletter. N-L 3-23

Enjoy!!

Nimitz Golf Classic

April 14, 2023
by dottietheadmin

June 8 & 9 the Nimitz Foundation will hold its annual banquet and golf tournament. They have invited Wounded Warriors at Nebo to participate by providing 8 golfers. To qualify you must be either an active wounded, injured or ill patient in treatment or transition OR a medically discharged veteran.

Participating golfers are required to attend the banquet on Thursday, June 8 then golf the following morning at Boot Ranch Golf Club.

Active duty personnel will be given priority however, veterans will be wait listed to fill the 8 spots. Considering this is Thursday and Friday, availability of active duty personnel may be limited so don’t hesitate to get on the wait list.

Lodging will be provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo.

Golfers are welcome to bring their families however, they will NOT be allowed to attend the banquet or go to Boot Ranch. Fredericksburg offers shopping and sightseeing opportunities for your family while you are otherwise occupied.

To sign up to golf, email or text: Sharon Massey: [email protected], text 830 456-3697 or [email protected], text 830 992-1329. Put ‘Golf” in the subject line when emailing.

Registration closes 21 April, 2023.

Cooking with Betsy

January 11, 2023
by dottietheadmin

Betsy, an experienced trained chef, will lead a group preparing a complete meal from scratch. The class is limited to 10 participants.

Participants will travel to and from Fredericksburg in a military van from Ft. Sam Houston arriving at Betsy’s at approximately 10 a.m. You do not have to be a cook to enjoy and participate in this event.

Anyone interested should contact Chaplain Alex at (210) 808-6609, office or (503) 261-3757 mobile. If you are unable to contact the chaplain, then speak with your OIC.

R & R

Family Christmas R&R

December 31, 2022
by dottietheadmin

Fifteen families (43 people) came to Fredericksburg for the annual lighted parade and Family R&R. The weekend started with dinner at Zion Lutheran Church followed by the parade. The weather was perfect for the parade requiring a light jacket or no jacket at all. Volunteers set up and took down chairs for our guests to sit and enjoy all the floats. According to the chamber, this was the biggest Christmas parade for Fredericksburg.

After the parade guests went exploring. Some went ice skating others just checked out what activities were available for the weekend then headed for the hotel. Families were on their own to enjoy the festivities until Saturday lunch which was catered at Bethany Lutheran Church and later, dinner at St. Joseph’s Halle hosted by the Catholic Daughters. Activities at the Pioneer Museum were very popular with the smaller children.

Our photographer got some great shots of the parade Friday night. They can be view and/or downloaded at his website on Zenfolio | Dave Roberts | 2022 Dec (dinner) and Zenfolio | Dave Roberts | Christmas Parade 2022 (parade).

Wounded Warriors at Nebo thank Zion Luthern Church for hosting Friday’s meal for these families and the Catholic Daughters who provided Saturday’s dinner in addition to games and gifts for the families. In addition, we are grateful to the venues that allowed our guests to participate without paying (they kept track and we paid them later). A special thank you to all the volunteers who make it possible for the families to enjoy a relaxing weekend in Fredericksburg and for making them feel welcome and loved.

Photos of families at the evening meals can be viewed by following the link https://wwnebo.org/photos

Trying to get everyone visible in a group photo proved to be impossible so i have put two views of the families in the photo album.