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Kayaking in San Marcos

July 4, 2025
by dottietheadmin

This day event is specifically for the wounded, injured & ill at Fort Sam Houston and Fort Cavazos. Participants will enjoy a day kayaking, on the San Marcos River. When they arrive in San Marcos they will be treated to breakfast at Bens Kerby Lane Cafe. Then they will be outfitted with life vests, canoes and some basic instructions for their adventure on the river. They disembark at the Olympic Outdoor Center where box lunches will be waiting for them. Space is limited to 15.

Meals will be provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo. Kayaks and equipment provided by Olympic Outdoor Center. Transportation provided by military.

If you are an active military patient in treatment or transition at Fort Sam Houston or Fort Cavazos and want to participate in this event, contact Chaplain Hatcher, Fort Sam or the SRU Chaplain at Ft. Cavazos or your Unit Leader.

Happenings

River Adventure 4 March 25

May 26, 2025
by dottietheadmin

The river sparkled under the clear sky, the gentle current offering both tranquility and adventure. Fourteen warriors from the SRU gathered in San Marcos for a day of camaraderie, relaxation and outdoor therapy. As they navigated the winding waters, the warmth of the sun and beauty of the natural surroundings provided the perfect backdrop for reflection and renewal. Wheather paddling through the scenic landscape or simply enjoying the fresh air, the day served as a meaningful escape, a reminder of resilience, and a celebration of strength.

Ben Kvanli, Olympic Outdoor Center owner, provided the kayaks and support. Breakfast and snacks were provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo. The awesome photos catching incredible moments were taken by David Roberts. You can view some of the photos by following this link https://wwnebo.org/photos/wppaspec/oc1/lnen/cv0/ab79/pt2132 or you can go to David’s site at http://dlroberts.zenfoil.com/201815397 to see and/or download all 170.

News Letters

4Q24 Newsletter

January 23, 2025January 29, 2025
by dottietheadmin

Issue 45 of our newsletter covers events in the fourth quarter of 2024. Click on the following link to read it on line or download. NL 12 24

Please note, we have run into difficulty printing the newsletter for those of you who don’t have email. Hopefully it will be mailed soon. Thanks for your patience and support.

R & R

Family Christmas R&R

December 18, 2024
by dottietheadmin

Sixteen families from Ft Sam Houston and Ft. Cavazos enjoyed the weekend (6-8 December) in Fredericksburg. Friday began in the ballroom at the Museum of the Pacific War with a prime rib dinner provided by the Nimitz Rotary Club. Desserts were provided by the Sunday School Classes at Fredericksburg United Methodist Church. Dinner was followed by the annual Lighted Parade. Although it was cold, God held the rain off until just as the parade ended. However, that didn’t stop guests from checking out the After Glow Party and Skating Rink at Market Platz.

Saturday was cold but dry so families had an opportunity to check out the various holiday activities available. Some families let us know they had gone to everything on the list we had provided. Dinner was hosted by St. Mary’s Catholic Daughters. In addition to the delicious food there were multiple gifts for all the children (24).

The hand knitted cap each adult and child received when they arrived for dinner came in handy to help keep warm during the weekend. Caps were knit and donated by Hall Harrington and Patty Sims.

The families had free access to multiple reenactments and children’s activates at the Pioneer Museum, the hundreds of Nativities at Holy Ghost Church, Ice Skating at Eisbahn Skating Rink and Lunch at Backwoods BBQ on Saturday.

This weekend was successful because of all the work done by volunteers and generous donations. We THANK everyone for making this a wonderful weekend for these families.

Photos from the event can be viewed and downloaded by following this link https://wwnebo.org/photos. Pictures from Friday night dinner can also be seen at https://dlroberts.zenfolio.com/p201618085. Parade pictures are at Zenfolio | Dave Roberts | 2024 Christmas Parade

Day Event

Natural Bridge Caverns

November 22, 2024
by dottietheadmin

November 14th 22 soldiers met Wounded Warriors At Nebo team members at Natural Bridge Caverns near Boerne, TX for a day of exploring the caverns and enjoying the perfect weather. Our guided tour of the caverns began at 10am and finished just in time for some lunch. The caverns were amazing. The walkways are well lighted and have handrails for those of us who need them. There are some pretty steep inclines and of course you have to hike back up to the top. If you haven’t been, consider going and taking your family.

Photos from the adventure are in the Photo Album “Natural Bridge Caverns 14 November” http://wwnebo.org/photos

Day Event

Enchanted Rock 10/2/24

October 4, 2024
by dottietheadmin

Soldiers from the SRU arrived at Enchanted Rock State Park to be greeted by WWAN team members and Breakfast Tacos. After fueling up on the tacos they headed up “The Rock”. Once everyone reached the top they gathered with Dr. Valez for rest and conversation. Everyone was hungry after the hike so headed to Hondos on Main in Fredericksburg for lunch where they were joined by other WWAN team members.

Breakfast tacos were donated by Zion Lutheran Church. Lunch was compliments of Wounded Warriors at Nebo and Hondos.

Photos from this event can be viewed and downloaded by following either of the following links Photos – Wounded Warriors at Nebo (wwnebo.org) or Zenfolio | Dave Roberts | ER 2024 10

Day Event

Team Building 9/19/2024

October 3, 2024October 3, 2024
by dottietheadmin

Cadre and staff from Fort Cavazos went to Krause Springs, Spicewood, TX for a Team Building class. Attendees work with the wounded, injured and ill patients in treatment and/or transition. They help with the soldier’s meds, make sure they get to their appointments and many other things the patient requires. In other words, they “walk with the patient” during their recovery therefore experiencing some of the same emotions as their patient in addition to the stress of their responsibilities. This leads to compassion burn out.

This day was designed to give the attendees a break from the everyday stress by learning ways to relax and work better with each other thus reducing their stress and anxiety which in turn means providing better care to their patients. The chaplain arranged for a professional life coach to show the soldiers different techniques for calming their emotions. She also led them in exercises demonstrating how to improve their working as a team.

When the morning sessions were completed, everyone enjoyed a delicious lunch from Opie’s BBQ and homemade cookies provided by the Ephraim Andrews chapter of DAR. After lunch attendees were free to go enjoy the pool, hike some of the trails, fish or just hang out enjoying the beautiful area.

Thanks to our photographer, David Roberts for being there and taking pictures. Photos can be viewed and downloaded from either of the following links Photos – Wounded Warriors at Nebo (wwnebo.org)

or Zenfolio | Dave Roberts | Krause 2024 09

Day Event

Kayaking San Marcos

October 3, 2024
by dottietheadmin

Ten soldiers from the SRU and two Navy warriors arrived in San Marcos for a fun day on the water. Their day began with breakfast at Kerbey Lane Cafe before heading for the river. Everyone selected a kayak and took it and the equipment to the bank of the river where Ben Kvanli gave them “Kayaking 101” instructions including safety on the river tips. He helped them launch their kayaks and joined them on the trip down the river. Everyone enjoyed the peace and quiet of being there. The takeout point was at Olympic Outdoor Center however when they reached the center, they were enjoying themselves so much they paddled on to a close by island and circled it before returning to the center. Later they enjoyed a box lunch before heading back to San Antonio. View photos from the float by following the link https://wwnebo.org/photos select the Kayaking San Marcos album. Photos can be downloaded from the photo album, or you can follow the link to David’s site https://dlroberts.zenfolio.com/p93649579 . to view and download photos.

Wounded Warriors at Nebo thank Ben Kvanli for use of his facilities and equipment and WWAN team members Elizabeth Fargason and Ed Fredericks who greeted the warriors in San Marcos, visited with them and helped where needed. Special thanks go to our photographer, David Roberts, who took all the awesome pictures you see in the album.

Family R & R

September 6, 2024
by dottietheadmin

This is a weekend to get away from the stress of everyday life and relax, spend quality time with your family. We consider a family as a single person, a couple and a single or couple with children below the age of 18. Guests can check into the hotel beginning at 3pm. Dinner will be served around 6pm. From there you are free to do as you like. There is nothing planned until Saturday dinner. Saturday breakfast will be at the hotel. Lunch will be at a restaurant yet to be determined. It’s your choice whether you join us for a free lunch or go out on your own. We ask that everyone attend dinner on both Friday and Saturday nights. The churches hosting you have put in a lot of work preparing the meals, so we ask you to honor them by attending.

Lodging and meals are provided for this event. Attendance is limited to 15 families and because hotel rooms will only sleep 6 so maximum family size has to be 6.

More specific information will be provided as it becomes available.

If you are an active military patient in treatment or transition at Fort Sam Houston or Fort Cavazos and want to participate in this event, contact Chaplain Hatcher, Fort Sam or Chaplain Gualiva, Ft. Cavazos or your Unit Leader.

Fly Fishing

September 6, 2024
by dottietheadmin

This event is still “under construction”. A firm date and place have not been set. When they are this post will be updated.