We’ve recently seen some rough times in this country and unfortunately, members of the Law Enforcement community have given their lives in service. One of our biggest concerns here at SSD is that these men and women (and their K9 partners) have the equipment they need to protect their communities as well as themselves. Recently, Tactical Distributors approached us about doing a Thin Blue Line version of our popular Keep Calm Return Fire T-shirts to raise finds for a Law Enforcement charity. We thought it was a great idea and suggested Spirit of Blue Foundation for the great work they do identifying and fulfilling capability gaps in smaller Law Enforcement Agencies. Since 2011, this 501(c)(3) has awarded 42 grants valued at almost $200,000 in 22 states.
We only had one stipulation; our entire licensing fee had to go to Spirit of Blue. The shirts look great and we are pleased to report that TD kicked in on their end as well. $10.00 from the sale of each shirt will be donated to Spirit of Blue.
It’s easy to just take a passing notice of the victims of natural disasters but it’s the individual stories which garner our attention. While every story is tragic, the Marine Reconnaissance & Sniper Foundation is taking action to help Four Marine families from 3d Force Reconnaissance.
We encourage you to click the link and read their stories, and donate to help them recover their lives.
Rainier Arms of Auburn, WA hosted the inaugural Northwest Shooting Sports Expo at the Tacoma Convention Center Aug 27-28 with over 50 defense manufactures on display and estimated 5-7,000 attendees.
Rainier Arms sourced and donated several high end products from Vortex, Sig, Adams Arms, Fortis and many others. The donated items were raffled by the Darby Project to support their mission of providing transition services for Army Ranger from active duty to a civilian life filled with hope and purpose.
This year marks the fifth anniversary of greatest loss of life in a single day since Operation Red Wings. The 8.6.11 Five Year Anniversary Morale Patch honors those who fell on August 6, 2011.
These custom 100% embroidery patches measure 2.5? wide x 3.5? tall and feature 31 gold stars for the men and lone K-9 of DEVGRU, Naval Special Warfare Command, Army National Guard and the Air Force Special Operations Command who gave their lives on August 6th.
This summer, Army Special Operations Retiree Josh Collins conducted Operation Phoenix, a 2500 mile standup paddle board journey, to raise funds and awareness for vetran health issues. This is just the first in an effort called VetranVoyage 360 to circumnavigate the globe. Josh is an inspiration to us all.
OPPHX Day 134 – Riding the Waves of Life. 14 Miles yesterday and now 2502.6 complete.
Today we’ll run the remainder of the coast up to Sandy Hook, and where the prize will be within sight.
I saw the Marker in this video (Channel Marker 11), and it made me think back throughout the whole expedition. And, I remembered the USA TODAY Article (about a “Reduction” in Veteran suicides) which still bothers me so much. Frankly, my first thought after reading/listening was, “Is this a VA press release?”
How has this become our new normal, and for so long? Ive said before, if 22, or 20 school teachers or nurses were killing themselves each day, we’d cancel holidays until we got it fixed. Folks, even 20 a day is DOUBLE the National average. That means your son, daughter, brother, or sister may be twice as likely to kill themselves if they are also a great American who selflessly serves their country. (?????) NO! That doesn’t make sense. And it aint just (ONLY and exclusively) the stressors of the battlefield, or trauma from sexual assault, etc….. A hard look must taken at the massive over medication on these problems. Thats been the one reality in the VA’s fix. Not the broken call center, or therapy groups which may sometimes literally sit around chatting about medication and alcohol (personal experience).
RESULTS COUNT! That’s what I grew up hearing from my mom. I think we could question everything we do, or don’t do on that statement. I have to look at the results of Operation Phoenix, and believe it has accomplished a couple important items for me personally, but on the whole has only reached the tip of the iceberg in terms of action for these problems. I wont stop till we get to the whole enchilada!
The proximate causes – PTSD is one of them sure, but TBI, and specifically multiple TBIs (Repetitive Concussive Syndrome) is just as much the culprit. (Please reference the NFL findings and movie “Concussion”) Combine the effects of both of these issues and the problem is like trying to figure out why the music is skipping on a jukebox with a broken needle cycling scratched records.
As for me. Ive discovered thus far a whole new world within myself. i recommend an extreme adventure in any way that can be planned and executed for anyone. THERE IS A WHOLE PATH TO RECOVERY HIDDEN HERE.! Sounds crazy i know, but if Brain-derived neurotrophic factor is increased during aerobic exercise (along with all the BEST endorphins, hormones, and chemicals in the body), then what happens when its this is taken to extreme levels. Well, i think Ive found out, and will tell more.
Like the Scarecrow, I may have found a brain. It may not be my old and complete self, but thats ok. Its a great start. I CANT WAIT TO REUNITE WITH CHARLIE THIS WEEK!
jc
Congrats Josh! It was great seeing you when you made it here to Va Beach! I am still in awe of your feat!
Kettle Falls, WA-Mcgabin Media Group and Bull Hill Training Ranch will be hosting the Darby Project Historical Shoot Out and Fund Raiser 8.19-21.16 in Kettle Falls, WA. The Historical Shoot Out is a first of its kind shooting competition that will consist of about 10 courses of fire over 2.5 days. Each course of fire is a historical reenactment of Ranger gun fights through out history utilizing period appropriate weapons.
Competition sponsors include Bull Hill Guest Ranch, Veteran National Lending Group, Vortex Optics, Grunt Style, Rainier Arms, Steiner Construction, Tatoosh Distillery, Benchmade, Night Stalker Association West, Ward 57, Oakley, Bladetech and Night Force Optics. Guest appearances include Naked and Afraid Season I & II Tawni Lynn, PRS shooter Joe Caley and Grunt Styles 1SG Tim Jensen.
Proceeds to benefit the Darby Project, a Ranger veteran transition non profit.
All inclusive Spectator/camping sponsorship opportunities are still available via www.mcgabin-media.com/events. Ranch activities include the Tatoosh Bourbon and Steak Dinner, horseback riding, fishing and an old west shoot out at the neighboring Schaffer Ranch.
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What:
This is the third year of No Brakes Throw Down. Buy your ticket now! We have raise over 12k during the past 2 fundraisers. This year we have larger action items! Racing, BBQ and Silent Auction. All Proceeds are given to charity.
Where:
American Indoor Cart track: 2736 North Mall Drive Virginia Beach VA
When:
7-13-2016 ADS Warrior Set Up night
Why:
To Raise money for Military Non-Profits
Silent auction items: Never Summer 240 Saw Snow Board, Glock 19, Khard 30 bag, Suunto Traverse Alpha, Black Palm Cooler, OutDoor Research Gore Tex Jackets, Oakley SI Glasses, Smith Optics Glasses, I-Fly Fight Gift Cards, Crye Precision, Daniel Defense, HSGI Gear, Mechanixwear Nascar Pit Passes, XGO Gear, Gerber Knives, LBT/LBX Gear and much more..
Paying tribute to 174 American Heroes and the six units that have made the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation.
The memorial also pays tribute to the eight men that were killed on the daring hostage rescue mission in Iran in 1980. These men had the “Guts to Try” and this mission was the genesis of JSOC.
Artifacts incorporated into the JSOC memorial
1)Sand/Pebble from the DESERT ONE crashsite. Encapsulated and placed in the foundation wall of the memorial. Donated by pilots from Operation Eagle Claw.
2)WTC Steel. The swords on the JSOC Emblem are forged from WTC Steel, donated by FDNY. These swords are forged by an alumni of the command.
3)Pentagon Limestone from the remains of the Pentagon attack on 9/11. This stone forms the foundation on which the JSOC emblem rests.
4)Soil/Rock from United Flight 93 crash site. This soil fills the Pentagon cavity that the JSOC emblem rests on. Always reminding us of the patriotism and heroism of Americans….. “Let’s Roll”
100% of funds raised will go to this memorial. Donations are Tax-Deductible, Tax ID is: 26-0801248
Planned dedication is October 22 – the anniverary of JSOC.
This memorial will be the ONLY memorial that pulls together the collective sacrifice of the units that make up JSOC.
It will serve as a constant reminder to the men and women that serve in JSOC, as well as to those who visit the organization.
