Operation TBI Freedom

09/01/2026

🧗‍♂️ Climbing, connection, and being in the moment.

Our veterans recently took on the walls at CityROCK for an indoor rock climbing adventure—and it was the perfect reminder that sometimes the best way to get out of your head is to focus on what’s right in front of you.

For veterans living with TBI, climbing offers more than a physical challenge. Reading routes, planning the next move, maintaining balance, and adapting in real time all work on focus, coordination, problem-solving, and body awareness.

But one of the biggest benefits? Being present.

When you’re on the wall, your focus shifts to the next hold, the next movement, and the next breath. Yesterday and tomorrow can wait.

Add in some encouragement, laughter, teamwork, and a few “I actually did that!” moments, and you have an experience that builds confidence, connection, and community.

For our veterans, recreation is more than recreation—it’s an opportunity to challenge ourselves, connect with others, and discover what we’re capable of.

Huge thank you to CityROCK for helping our veterans get out of their comfort zones and onto the wall! 🧗‍♀️🇺🇸

One climb. One moment. One connection at a time.

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09/01/2026

09/01/2026

🧗‍♂️ Climbing, connection, and being in the moment.

Our veterans took on the walls at CityROCK for an indoor rock climbing adventure—and it was the perfect reminder that sometimes the best way to get out of your head is to focus on what’s right in front of you.

For veterans living with TBI, climbing offers more than a physical challenge. Reading routes, planning the next move, maintaining balance, and adapting in real time all work on focus, coordination, problem-solving, and body awareness.

But one of the biggest benefits? Being present.

When you’re on the wall, your focus shifts to the next hold, the next movement, and the next breath. Yesterday and tomorrow can wait.

Add in some encouragement, laughter, teamwork, and a few “I actually did that!” moments, and you have an experience that builds confidence, connection, and community.

For our veterans, recreation is more than recreation—it’s an opportunity to challenge ourselves, connect with others, and discover what we’re capable of.

Huge thank you to CityROCK for helping our veterans get out of their comfort zones and onto the wall! 🧗‍♀️🇺🇸

One climb. One moment. One connection at a time.

08/24/2026

🎣 Making memories, one cast at a time!

Our Operation TBI Freedom veterans had an amazing day fly fishing at Lincoln Hills, getting outside, learning something new, and enjoying some well-deserved time together.

For veterans living with TBI, recreational activities like fly fishing are about so much more than just catching a fish. 🎣 They provide opportunities to build confidence, improve focus and coordination, manage stress, connect with others, and experience a sense of accomplishment in a supportive environment. Most importantly, these experiences create meaningful memories and remind our veterans that life after injury can still be full of adventure, connection, and new experiences.

A huge THANK YOU to Anglers of Honor and the River Deep Foundation for making this experience possible and continuing to create incredible opportunities for our veterans and their families. Your support helps us get our veterans out of their comfort zones, try something new, and rediscover the joy of recreation. ❤️

And if you weren’t there… let’s just say you missed out. 😉🎣

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08/24/2026

🎣 Making memories, one cast at a time!

Our Operation TBI Freedom veterans had an amazing day fly fishing at Lincoln Hills, getting outside, learning something new, and enjoying some well-deserved time together.

For veterans living with TBI, recreational activities like fly fishing are about so much more than just catching a fish. 🎣 They provide opportunities to build confidence, improve focus and coordination, manage stress, connect with others, and experience a sense of accomplishment in a supportive environment. Most importantly, these experiences create meaningful memories and remind our veterans that life after injury can still be full of adventure, connection, and new experiences.

A huge THANK YOU to Anglers of Honor and the River Deep Foundation for making this experience possible and continuing to create incredible opportunities for our veterans and their families. Your support helps us get our veterans out of their comfort zones, try something new, and rediscover the joy of recreation. ❤️

And if you weren’t there… let’s just say you missed out. 😉🎣

08/12/2026

🐴 Connection, Confidence & Healing Through Horses 🐴

Our Operation TBI Freedom family recently had the opportunity to participate in an Equine Assisted Learning event—and what an incredible experience it was!

Working alongside horses provides veterans with TBI a unique opportunity to practice communication, trust, patience, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and confidence in a hands-on and supportive environment. Horses respond to body language, energy, and communication, creating meaningful opportunities to build awareness and strengthen connections.

For our veterans and their families, experiences like this are about so much more than simply spending time with horses. They create space to challenge ourselves, try something new, build relationships, and experience success together.

We are incredibly grateful for opportunities that bring our OTF community together and remind us that healing, growth, and connection can happen in some pretty unexpected places. ❤️

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08/12/2026

🐴 Connection, Confidence & Healing Through Horses 🐴

Our Operation TBI Freedom family recently had the opportunity to participate in an Equine Assisted Learning event—and what an incredible experience it was!

Working alongside horses provides veterans with TBI a unique opportunity to practice communication, trust, patience, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and confidence in a hands-on and supportive environment. Horses respond to body language, energy, and communication, creating meaningful opportunities to build awareness and strengthen connections.

For our veterans and their families, experiences like this are about so much more than simply spending time with horses. They create space to challenge ourselves, try something new, build relationships, and experience success together.

We are incredibly grateful for opportunities that bring our OTF community together and remind us that healing, growth, and connection can happen in some pretty unexpected places. ❤️

08/06/2026

Adventure. Connection. Community. 💙

This past weekend, several Operation TBI Freedom families escaped to Breckenridge for an unforgettable Family Retreat with BOEC. From kayaking and paddleboarding to rock climbing, tackling the ropes/confidence course, and enjoying a special parents’ night out while the kids had their own pizza party and movie night, every moment was an opportunity to connect, grow, and make lasting memories.

For veterans living with a traumatic brain injury, experiences like these are more than just a weekend away. They provide opportunities to build confidence, strengthen family relationships, reduce isolation, and connect with others who truly understand the journey. Healing happens through shared experiences, and the entire family benefits.

Weekends like this are what Operation TBI Freedom is all about—and if you weren’t able to join us this time, we hope to see you at the next one. You won’t want to miss the memories, friendships, and adventures waiting to be made.

A heartfelt thank you to BOEC for making this incredible retreat possible and for investing in our veterans and their families. 💙