Wisconsin Hero Outdoors

08/31/2026

Thank you sponsors!!! We couldn't do it without the community support!

Thank you to our sponsors and partners who helped make the 2026 Wisconsin Hero Outdoors Annual Charity Ride possible.

A special thank you to Punishers LE MC Kold Krew Chapter for helping organize and bring this event together.

We’re grateful for the support of Wisconsin Harley-Davidson, Smoke on the Water BBQ Okauchee, Sullivan Saloon, ESOR Realty Group, ProVisor Inc., and Senior Helpers of Lake Country.

Your support helps us continue connecting veterans, first responders, and their families to outdoor activities throughout Wisconsin.

08/29/2026

Our August 9th event wouldn’t have been possible without the businesses that stepped up to support Wisconsin Hero Outdoors and our mission.

Today, we want to give a special THANK YOU to our Venue Sponsors — Community Roofing and EWH Small Business Accounting!

Your generosity and support helped make the 2026 Big Bass Battle a success and helps us continue creating outdoor opportunities for Veterans, First Responders and their families.

We’re incredibly grateful to have businesses in our community that believe in what we do and stand behind Wisconsin’s heroes. 💚

Thank you for being part of the Big Bass Battle!

Community Roofing & Restoration
EWH Small Business Accounting

08/27/2026

We’re still reeling from an incredible Big Bass Battle!

Our August 9th event was a huge success, and we couldn’t have done it without the amazing businesses and organizations that stepped up to support Wisconsin Hero Outdoors.

Thank you to our Veteran/Guide Team Sponsors. Your support helped make this year’s event a success and raised significant funds that will allow us to continue providing outdoor opportunities for Veterans, First Responders and their families.

We are incredibly grateful to have a community that believes in our mission and stands behind Wisconsin’s heroes.

We truly couldn’t do it without you!

Banker Wire Waukesha Metal Products Minn Kota The Fly Fishers Harpe Development LLC Frantl Industries

08/26/2026

Never Forget. 🇺🇸

Five years ago, 13 American heroes made the ultimate sacrifice at Abbey Gate in Afghanistan.

America will never forget their courage and sacrifice.

08/14/2026

What a weekend! ❤️

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out, participated, volunteered, donated, shared our posts, sponsored our events, or simply cheered us on during last weekend’s Charity Ride and Big Bass Battle.

Wisconsin Hero Outdoors may be a small organization, but the support behind our mission is anything but small.

Every dollar raised, every volunteer hour, and every person who shows up helps us continue creating outdoor experiences for Veterans, Active Duty Military and First Responders.

We are incredibly grateful to have such an amazing community behind us.

Thank you for supporting Wisconsin Hero Outdoors—and thank you for supporting our heroes.

08/08/2026

He’s sung the National Anthem before Bucks, Brewers and Packers games, and tomorrow at 4 PM, he’ll be honoring our veterans at the Big Bass Battle fundraiser. 🇺🇸

Join us as we celebrate our heroes with Wisconsin's Voice - Ben Tajnai

08/08/2026

Today’s the day! 🏍️☀️

It’s a beautiful morning here in Oconomowoc and a perfect day for our Annual Charity Ride!

Registration opens at 9:00 AM at Wisconsin Harley-Davidson, with kickstands up at 10:30 AM.

Our group ride will stop at the Sullivan Fire Department and Sullivan Saloon minutes before continuing to . We expect to arrive at Smoke around 1:45 PM and wrap up the festivities by approximately 3:30 PM.

🏍️ $25 per bike
🙋 $10 per passenger

Whether you join us for the ride or meet us at Smoke on the Water, come enjoy the day and help support our local heroes!

08/07/2026

Last chance to sign up! Head to bigbassbattle.org and get registered today. We are excited to see everyone on Okauchee on Sunday!

08/06/2026

It’s a BIG weekend for Wisconsin Hero Outdoors!

We have not one, but TWO fundraisers happening this weekend—and we’d love to see you at one or both!

Saturday, August 8: Annual Charity Ride
Join us for a motorcycle ride, raffles, music and a great day supporting our local heroes.

Sunday, August 9: Big Bass Battle
Anglers will take to Okauchee Lake to battle it out for the biggest bass—and the public is invited to join us for the fun and festivities!

Two events. One mission. A full weekend of supporting Veterans, Active Duty Military and First Responders through outdoor experiences.

Come ride, fish, cheer everyone on or simply stop by and support the cause!

08/04/2026

We are still looking for a few volunteers to assist with our Big Bass Battle fundraiser at Okauchee Lions Park this Sunday.

Message us to learn more and help out!