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Heroes on the Water: Recreational Therapy for Mental Health

WEBA simple solution to a complex issue. Read the healing journeys of our participants. Building Healing Communities Free outdoor programs for U.S. active-duty military, veterans, law …

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Resources for Veterans and First Responders

WEBPTSD and PTG – Healing from Trauma. June 22, 2023. Heroes on the Water’s recurring kayak fishing program promotes continual wellness and healing for …

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Heroes on the Water HOW Heroes

WEBHeroes on the Water is a 501(c)3 established in 2007. Over the years we have successfully applied a simple solution to a complex issue surrounding the wellness of physical and …

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Health Practices To Improve Mental Health In First Responders

WEBHeroes on the Water is dedicated to supporting the many veterans and first responders, and their families who passionately support our communities. Our nationwide chapters hold …

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Therapeutic Programs

WEBProof Kayak Fishing is Therapeutic. To better understand the impact of our kayak fishing programs, HOW embarked upon a peer-reviewed, validated study of our Therapeutic …

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Living a Life that You Want to Live

WEBHeroes on the Water (HOW) board member Bob Bischoff, PhD, comes from an extended military family. He is a retired Army psychologist, Afghanistan veteran and currently the …

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Heroes on the Water: Meet Our Dedicated Team

WEBWith over 30 years U.S. and international experience in corporate accounting, finance and general management, Randy oversees the financial area of Heroes on the Water. He is …

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The Healing Benefits of Kayaking

WEBAs we know, exercise releases endorphins and improves mood and sense of harmony. Kayaking has low barriers to entry as a form of exercise and a sport, plus the benefits …

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Veterans Therapeutic Outdoor Programs

WEBHeroes on the Water understands that this role can come with stress and trauma and we are dedicated to supporting the overall physical and mental healing …

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Heroes on the Water: Meet Our Caring Leadership Board

WEBBoard of Directors Chris Hampton is an avid outdoorsman, fisherman and equestrian. He is a retired U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer with over 26 years of service including 3 …

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Water is the secret to wellness

WEBIncreased time in nature is known to have a calming effect. There is something about being outdoors that allows us to decompress and relax. This is true of all natural spaces, but …

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Tell Your Story: Share Your Experience with Heroes on the Water

WEBWe know that research has proven that exposure to nature provides many benefits to mental health, including improved memory, relief of stress and anxiety, and better sleep …

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Warning Signs of Suicide: Connecting for Prevention and Support

WEBSuicide is a complex issue that affects individuals and communities worldwide. It’s a topic that demands our attention and understanding, as well as a proactive approach to …

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Recovery through Recreation Therapy

WEBKa yak fishing r ecreation therapy within these programs plays a vital role in supporting soldiers and veterans through their recovery, enhancing their well-being beyond medical …

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The State of Our Community: Veterans, First Responders

WEBThe 2022 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report states that in 2020, suicide was the 13th leading cause of death among Veterans overall, and it was the second …

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Killeen group puts focus on veterans and servicemembers

WEBHeroes on the Water is a 501(c)3 veterans charity founded in 2007, focused on providing healing experiences to veterans, first responders, and their families.

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It’s More Than Fishing – How “Ecotherapy” Works

WEBHyper-vigilance or arousal (on alert). The results were astounding. The participants showed the following reductions in symptoms: Stress – reduced by 56%. Re-experiencing – …

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4 Benefits of Monthly Recurring Donations

WEBMaintaining monthly recurring donations allows donors to stay connected to a cause and gives them a front row seat to an organization’s growth and progress. They get to see …

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