Fly Fishing
This event is still “under construction”. A firm date and place have not been set. When they are this post will be updated.
Kayaking
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 Chaplain Gualiva, Ft. Cavazos or your Unit Leader.
Natural Bridge Caverns
This event is for active duty wounded, injured and ill in treatment or transition and their family. Participants will gather at Natural Bridge Caverns for a day of caving and tackling the maze.
Discover the incredible natural underground beauty of the caverns. There are 2 caverns and 5 unique tours to choose from.
The AMAZEn ranch roundup at Natural Bridge Caverns is a unique Texas attraction that’s fun for all ages. It’s a one of a kind maze experience.
The event is Limited to 30 people; that’s a combination of adults and children. Lunch is also provided.
If interested talk with Chaplain Hatcher, SRU, Chaplain Gualiva or your unit leader.
Day Event
Kayaking 14 May 2024
Chaplin Hatcher brought SRU patients, nurses and case managers to Louis Hayes Park in Kerrville, TX for a day of fun on the water. Upon arrival they were greeted by Wounded Warriors at Nebo volunteers with breakfast tacos and other snack items. Then they grabbed a kayak and headed for a leisurely trip on the Guadalupe River. Some even explored the 6 mile hiking trail. Then it was lunch time after which they enjoyed the park for a while and headed back to Fort. Sam Houston. Ben Kvanli, Olympic Outdoor Sports, St. Markus furnished all the kayaks and some much needed instructions. First Baptist Church donated the delicious breakfast tacos.
Photos from this event are in the Photo Album – Kayaking May 14, 2024. Just follow this link https://wwnebo.org/photos You can view or download them. You can also see all photos taken at https://dlroberts.zenfolio.com/p225613472
News Letters
4Q23 Newsletter
You can read this newsletter on line or download it to read later. News and events happening during the 4th quarter of 2023 are covered in this newsletter. Please feel free to share it with anyone you believe would be interested. Follow this link to begin reading N-L 12-23
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Wounded Warriors at Nebo
R & R
Family Holiday R&R
What a perfect weekend for being outside!! Evenings a light jacket or sweat shirt was sufficient and during the day it was warm enough that no wrap was required. Much better than the year it was freezing.
Fifteen families joined Wounded Warriors at Nebo in Fredericksburg for kicking off the Christmas season. Friday the annual Lighted Christmas Parade (the biggest one ever with 155 entries!) followed dinner at the Nimitz Ballroom. The Nimitz Rotary Club cooked and hosted the dinner serving prime rib, smoked chicken, scalloped potatoes and french green beans. If guests still had room after all that there were desserts provided by the Renovators Sunday School Class, Fredericksburg UMC. Needless to say, no one went away hungry. After the parade, everyone scattered. Some going to check out the ice skating and other activities at Market Platz while others headed for the hotel.
Saturday everyone was on their own until lunch at Hondo’s on Main then more exploring until dinner at St. Joseph’s Halle. The Catholic Daughters provided a delicious meal of smoked turkey, ham and various side dishes. And again, there were ample desserts to satisfy any sweet tooth. There was an activity area for kids who were not interested in the “Name that Song” game. In addition, every child was able to pick at least one gift from the tables of gifts.
This was a really good group! Attending were both active duty and medically retired veterans. Among them there were singles, couples, and couples with children (in fact there were 25 children). Some of the attendees were old friends but most are new friends.
To see photos from the event go to the top of the page and click on the ‘Photos’ tab.
Day Event
Cool and Cloudy
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
News Letters
1Q23 Newsletter
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
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Day Event
Enchanted Rock -13 Oct 2022
What a perfect day for an outdoor adventure. It was a sunny day with a temperature in the upper 60’s. The bus arrived at Enchanted Rock with 13 souls who were either in treatment or transition or helping care for them at Fort Sam Houston ready to explore the area. Elizabeth & Sharon were waiting for them with kolaches, juice and other munchies. After introductions and some other formalities everyone was off to hike up the Rock or follow the trails around the base of it. When everyone returned to the pavilion where there were still some snacks, there were lots of pictures and stories to share. Eventually everyone got back into the bus and headed for lunch at Hondo’s on Main. After eating they had to head back to San Antonio so they could pick up their children.
Although hiking is part of the physical therapy for warriors in treatment, they enjoy getting out in the “wild” at Enchanted Rock for a change. This was a first time experience for many of the attendees. It is such a blessing to visit with the men and women who come on these outings and hear the joy in their voices as they share their experience and you just know they were not only physically exercising but mentally relaxing also. There was little to no thought about “my next appointment”.
These outings wouldn’t happen without volunteers and supporters like the DAR who made the homemade cookies. And Hondo’s on Main who always takes very good care of us. Wounded Warriors at Nebo team members Elizabeth Fargason and Sharon Massey who went to Enchanted Rock bright and early to set up the snacks and drinks and greet the patients upon their arrival. Thank You one and all!!
A BIG thank you to the soldiers who shared their pictures taken on their hike. They can be view by following this link https://wwnebo.org/photos
Photos have also been posted on Facebook.com/ww.nebo in album titled Enchanted Rock-13 October 2022.
Family Christmas R&R
This is a family (whether your family is you or you and your spouse or includes children) weekend in Fredericksburg, TX . The event is open to active duty wounded, injured and ill warriors in treatment and/or transition of all military branches. Attendance is limited to 15 families. Food will be provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo, Zion Lutheran Church, and the Catholic Daughters. Lodging provided by Wounded Warriors at Nebo who will have reservations in participants name waiting for their arrival.
Couples will arrive in Fredericksburg on Friday afternoon, check into the Inn on Baron’s Creek after 3pm and later meet for dinner provided by Zion Lutheran Church. A lighted Christmas Parade will immediately follow dinner. Saturday there are no planned activities except for dinner at St. Joseph’s Hall which will be hosted by the Catholic Daughters. Guests are free to explore Fredericksburg or just hang out until dinner time.
This is a fun family weekend where guests can enjoy the Christmas activities in Fredericksburg. They will receive free access to many of the activities such as ice skating, Pioneer Museum, National Museum of the Pacific and more. Guests are invited to attend a local church of their choice (church worship times and location will be provided).
This is a time to relax and spend quality time with your family.
Detailed information will be provided when they check into the hotel.
To sign up contact your Unit Leadership or SRU Chaplain Alexander (503) 261-3757.