TEAM RIVER RUNNER: W.I.L.D. Salmon River Program

Our Wilderness Trip on the Main Fork of the Salmon River is one of Team River Runner’s longest-running and most transformative programs. Set in a remote and pristine stretch of Idaho backcountry, known as the “River of No Return” this experience demands teamwork, challenges individual kayaking and rafting skills, and and helps our Veterans rediscover confidence in one of the most beautiful and rugged environments in the country.

 

For years, countless participants have found healing, purpose, and renewed strength on this river.

The W.I.L.D.  ( Wilderness Inspired Leadership Development)  Salmon River Adventure Program  continues that legacy by providing veterans with healthy, healing, and adaptive adventure at no cost. 

 

This fundraising campaign helps ensure this life-changing trip remains on our calendar each year, preserving a tradition of empowerment and growth for groups of veterans for years to come.

 

Donate Today
It costs $1,000 per Veteran to attend this week long Wilderness Trip

This Includes:

Travel
Food
Gear
Lodging before and after the trip

Vanessa Jones

Committe Co-Chair

Vanessa A. Jones is a dynamic force dedicated to fostering
inclusivity, encouraging discussion, and promoting a culture of
belonging in the outdoor sports community. Hailing from
Washington, DC, she brings a wealth of diverse experiences and
perspectives to her endeavors.
As a US Army veteran and ordained Chaplain with a focus on
seniors and caretakers, Vanessa is deeply committed to serving
others. Her work as a patient-caretaker advocate reflects her
passion for supporting vulnerable populations and ensuring their
voices are heard.
Currently, Vanessa is employed by a resettlement agency, where
she confronts challenges head-on with resilience and
compassion. As a single, Black woman veteran, she embraces
the unique hurdles she faces, viewing them as opportunities for
growth and empowerment.
In her downtime, she wears many hats, including that of a
missionary, spreading hope and positivity wherever she goes.
Weekends are spent paddling, immersing herself in West African
dance and finding solace and joy in nature’s embrace.
Vanessa is committed to equitable principles, ensuring that
everyone’s opinions are valued and heard. Through her
unwavering dedication and inclusive leadership, Vanessa is
paving the way for a more equitable and diverse outdoor sports
landscape.