TESTIMONIALS

VOICES OF GRATITUDE AND TRANSFORMATION

The heart of Combat Warriors lies in the stories of those we serve. On this page, you’ll hear firsthand accounts from veterans, family members, and supporters whose lives have been touched by our mission.

Each testimonial reflects the profound impact of our outdoor events, the healing power of camaraderie, and the unwavering support we provide to those who have sacrificed for our freedom. These are stories of resilience, renewal, and gratitude—testaments to the difference your support makes.

REAL STORIES. REAL IMPACT.

We invite you to read these powerful reflections and see how Combat Warriors changes lives, one event and one connection at a time. Together, we are making a lasting difference for our nation’s heroes.

  • “In the beginning of 2011, I was introduced to the men of the Great Ditch Road Hunt Club. Little did I know how much of an impact that these men, who are now known as Combat Warriors, would have on my life physically and mentally. For four years I was told I would never hunt or fish again. In January 2011 I was presented the opportunity to go on a duck hunt, and I decided go, even against doctors orders. When I arrived at the duck hunt, I met some of the most genuine, down-to-earth men I’ve ever met. Not once did my injuries or medical condition come up. For the entire weekend, all I heard from them was, “You can do this; come on, Dean, you’re going with us.” Before I knew it, all those doctors’ voices were gone, and these gentlemen showed me that, “I could,” instead of, “I can’t.” My hat is off and my head is bowed to the Combat Warriors for the rest of my life.”

    DEAN ISAACS
    82ND AIRBORNE

  • “Participating in Combat Warriors events, I also witnessed first-hand the healing power of Combat Warriors. The generous people who support these events are the most down-to-earth and patriotic individuals; they are completely selfless, and all they want is for each service member to have an enjoyable time. Combat Warriors, Inc. is an organization that successfully washes out the post-combat residue in you and gives you a venue to meet individuals just like yourself.”

    MAJOR JUSTIN B.
    MARINES ADVANCED INFANTRY

  • “I am a senior Non-Commissioned Officer in the US Army. I was wounded in Iraq in 2005 due to a gunshot wound through my left arm and chest. I have built friendships and shared common experience with other combat wounded veterans. I truly gained an appreciation for the Combat Warriors model for helping our nation’s combat veterans. At each hunt, there are junior service members and senior soldiers who are still actively recovering, as well as warriors who are several years removed from their wounds and have experienced the recovery process. There are soldiers & marines who are still learning to deal with the dark times that accompany their experiences, as well as those that have faced down their own demons and can share their journey in order to mentor others. Thank you, Combat Warriors!”

    MIKE S.

  • “I didn’t know it, but I really needed to hang out with combat veterans, wake up in the dark, patrol through a muddy field, set up a shooting position, and wait quietly, talking or not, waiting to shoot ducks. It is hard to get comfortable with civilians, but it was very relaxing to hunt ducks with guys who understand what I went through in combat.”

    ED S.

  • “You got me back in the woods and water after my injuries that sidelined me and I will forever be grateful. I look forward to every event, not just for the event itself, but for the time spent with other service members and all the patriots of your organization.”

    ANDREW Y.

  • “I don’t know how many veterans I have talked to that have told me that they used to hunt but don’t anymore because of deployments, PCS moves, and no one will let them use their property for hunting. You and the sponsors have set up a great program that gives new and old hunters a great opportunity to share hunting stories, overseas experiences and the thrill of the hunt.”

    JOSEPH D.

  • “It was a huge step for me to get back out on the water and also be in a social environment around other people that I don’t know at all. That opportunity was, in a way, life-changing and is still a memory that I think about to this day because it was so successful on many levels.”

    MATT L.

  • “I was quite angry with my military career ending and recovering from some very severe wounds, and participating in events with Combat Warriors has been a big part of my recovery and therapy. As you know I can’t hit a flying duck to save my life, but the time spent with good people in a duck blind and in the lodge is the real therapy.”

    TREVOR P.