Mountain Warriors:
The Legacy of the 10th Mountain Division and the Power of Wilderness Therapy
Huts for Vets is thrilled to partner with the Ninety-Pound Rucksack podcast for an inspiring evening of storytelling and impact!
Poem: Lighting Strike
Lightning Strike
by Alan Brown
The lightning strike
exploded
at the base of a mature,
sturdy aspen.
Exciting New to Share!
We have some exciting news to share with you!
Huts for Vets is rebranding, and we’re revealing a fresh new look that better represents our mission and vision. Since our founding in 2013, this is the first time we’ve updated our logo, and we’re excited for you to see it!
Glenwood Springs Ford Community Partnership
We are honored to partner with Glenwood Springs Ford and participate in their Community Partner Program for July.
The Secrets of the Trees
The trees hold secrets.
Their roots beneath my feet, beneath the earth. That is where the truth is held. It’s the quiet whispers you can only hear when you stop to stand among the trees, among God’s greatest creation.
Wilderness Solo: My bond with Nature’s Spirit
What did I see:
Life, death, wind, trees swaying, grinding one another
Death supporting Life, Life supporting Death,
new growth, new beginnings, foliage, earth floor with droppings
brush and flowers, birds, tree breaks, limbs on ground, flies, mosquitoes, ants, and bees
Aspens & Spruce (pine) growing together
untouched, natural, primitive; God’s creation
Finding Light in the Darkness
As beautiful as this last little bit of the hike has been, with the sun peaking its head out between the trees here and there, I see darkness between the tree lines. It made me reflect that it’s okay to head into the darkness. It showed me that as I walk through the beauty around me, I know what awaits in the darkness. I shouldn’t be afraid. What that brings up is that I’ve been in a ton of darkness, and I am not sure if I have ever allowed myself to see the positive of the suffering that has been endured. In some way or fashion, we all have had our onslaught of darkness and a steady variation of victories and defeats.
Stress
The holiday season is coming up, a time of joyous occasions yet a heavy addition of stress on our minds and body. Stress could precipitate from having to spend more money than we want to, or we may have to spend more time with people than we care to in the spirit of celebration, or sacrifice some of our normal routines to accommodate others or a plethora of other reasons.
Vitamin D
It’s that time of year to start thinking even more about Vitamin D. The days are getting shorter, “cold season” is coming. But why? Why do I need it? What is Vitamin D, and how do I get it? Here’s a breakdown of this crucial nutrient.
End of 2022 Season Recap
HFV Completes its 10th Season
This year marks the 10th year of Huts for Vets serving our nation’s veterans, hosting six trips in the pristine White River National Forest in partnership with the 10th Mountain Division Hut Association. Our mission began as an experiment to combat veteran suicide, initially helping only male combat veterans. Since then, the mission expanded to encompass all US veterans regardless of combat experience or gender – as their service and sacrifices left them no less physically and psychologically wounded. We are honored to serve the men and women that answered the call to serve their country.