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"I was at peace with myself, enjoying the company of other wounded veterans, without a worry in the world, while enjoying the weather and casting a line." Travis Clennon
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Give the Gift of Peace & Joy
You can put 2 Veterans on the water kayak fishing for a day with a $100 donation. The Need is Now.
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Click on the video to hear Tasha, Army Sergeant,& Juan, Army Specialist |
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Building Confidence Meet Travis Clennon
My name is Travis Clennon. Growing up in rural Missouri, I never imagined my life as it is now. One minute, I was young, strong, and bullet proof. The next thing you know, my body had been blasted by a roadside bomb, my spine was broken, and I would probably never walk again. The damage was not only physical, it was mental devastation.
Every day was a battle to regain purpose, dignity, and goals to carry on. Heroes on the Water helped me win the battle to live. Who would have thought that the simple act of kayak fishing would mean so much?
With the first paddle stroke in the Guadalupe River, I realized, "This is something I can do." Unassisted, I was able to navigate my kayak down the river, building confidence all along the way. For the first time in quite a while, I was at peace with myself, enjoying the company of other wounded veterans, without a worry in the world. I intend to continue to volunteer with Heroes on the Water, helping other warriors on their road to recovery. And I am now up and walking with just knee braces.
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"Therapy, in a non-hospital environment." Travis
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You're Awesome!
Thank you to all who made a donation to Heroes on the Water this past week. You should be smiling knowing that you are helping America's wounded veterans enjoy peace and enjoyment through kayak fishing as part of their recovery. We will send you a story on one of our Heroes weekly through Christmas. Travis Clennon is one of my fishing buddies now. He was cajoled out of the hospital and his wheelchair and carried down a steep bank to the water by his 120 pound therapist. She made him get on the water. He will now help start up the new Chapter at Ft Hood. Another form of hero. Are you grateful for folks like Travis and his sacrifices for your freedom, but haven't made a donation yet? This holiday season you can give a gift that brings peace and joy. Join in and make a meaningful donation today. DONATE NOW Together we can make a difference in the lives of our returning veterans, their families and our communities. Your continued support and encouragement are appreciated. Jim Dolan National Director |
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Heroes on the Water
101-C North Greenville Ave. #55
Allen, Texas 75002
jim@heroesonthewater.org
214-295-4541
Heroes on the Water is a 501(c)(3) public charity that relies totally on contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations to deliver the kayak fishing program to injured veterans and their families.
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