Warrior Expeditions

In 2023, Warrior Expeditions supported 38 veterans in long-duration, long- distance outdoor therapy programs. Our programs help combat veterans transition from their wartime experiences through outdoor Expeditions, including: Warrior hike on the appalachian trail, the continental divide trail, the pacific crest trail, the Florida trail, the Arizona trail, the ice age trail, the mountains-to-sea trail, and the september 11th national memorial trail; Warrior bike on the great american rail trail; and Warrior paddle on the Mississippi river. Programs are full-time for 3-6 months and free of charge for participating veterans. Each veteran receives all the gear, clothing, and supplies necessary to complete a long-distance expedition, as well as a monthly budget for food resupply. Veterans receive general logistical support from volunteer veteran and community groups along the trails and weekly psychoeducational training from licensed clinical psychologists. The annual reunion hike is a multi-day hike that enables former participants to reconnect with each other and outdoor therapy.