by Combat Wounded | Jan 19, 2015 | Challenge News
In yesterday’s blog I shared some thoughts concerning the upcoming Mt. Aconcagua Summit Challenge. In February a team of 9 combat wounded and injured military veterans, along with support staff and experienced guides will attempt to climb one of the Seven Summits of...
by Combat Wounded | Jan 19, 2015 | Challenge Information
When attempting to steal a glimpse into the heart of the warrior and examine what makes him tick, what drives him to subject himself over and over again to the harsh conditions of the world, we find ourselves marred with the sweat and dust and blood that accompanies...
by Wendy Westbrook | Dec 6, 2014 | Challenge News, In the News, Media
Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge is in the news again. Thanks to Howard Altman for writing such a great article! After regaling the gathering of combat wounded with his stories of helping hunt down drug lord Pablo Escobar then taking part in the invasion of Panama,...
by Combat Wounded | Dec 5, 2014 | Challenge News
It is an unusual mix. Adaptive competitive sailing and Post Traumatic Stress treatment. But it is working for our 9 combat wounded veterans that are competing in the America’s Disabled Open Regatta at the St. Pete Yacht Club. Upon arrival to the bay area, the...
by Wendy Westbrook | Oct 3, 2014 | Challenge Information, Challenge News
Where is Aconcagua? According to Wikipedia, “Aconcagua is the highest mountain in the Western and Southern Hemispheres at 6,960.8 metres (22,837 ft). It is located in the Andes mountain range, in the province of Mendoza, Argentina, and lies 112 kilometres...
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