The organization selects a small number of Veterans to participate in this program based on: whether the veteran is financially unable to pay for the outdoor experiences being provided, whether the veteran demonstrates that the outdoor experiences will assist the veteran in addressing the emotional stresses and trauma of past service in the armed forces, and whether the veteran has a service related disability. Their immediate family/dependents will also be able to participate. The selection and application process requires applicants to provide their service information stating their discharge status or if they are active duty; a letter stating they are in good standing with their current command.
The Veterans we have chosen for this year are Ian Place Veteran of the US Marine Corps, Ernie Gordon, Veteran of the US Air Force and Matt Kible Veteran of the US Marine Corps.
This program will be held on a yearly basis for 365 day access to their full hunting experience. The date will begin on March 1st of the current year and run through February 28th the following year. The Veterans will have access to the property during the times that are specified by the State of Colorado for their specific licensed hunt. The initial location for this program is on the Big Sandy Ranch just south of Hugo approximately 15 miles. This has the potential to expand to other areas of Lincoln County in the future.
To our knowledge this is a first of its kind program in this county. The organization would like to be able to offer an experience of a lifetime to those that have honorably served our country who were and are willing to put their life on the line to ensure our freedom and way of life.
Click on the links below to find out about how to donate, where to send your donation and what your donation dollars provide for our Veterans.
Donation
$20.00
What Your Donation Dollar Provides
Or you can send a check with with your Donor Information and your donation to the following address:
BSVOA c/o Katie Schenck 32659 CR 41 Hugo, CO 80821
Big Sandy Veteran Outdoor Adventures 