In September of 2016 I was given an opportunity of a lifetime by going eighty five miles down the Salmon River in Idaho

The experience for me was a test of my current skills, to spend time with fellow veterans, see beautiful animals, scenery, and a must needed disconnect from the society I interact with day in, and day out.

In the trip, concepts came back to me that I have not given appreciation to in far too long. For example, I have had my downs in the last couple years but the accumulation of them are nowhere near the amount of great experiences I have been granted.

Going through the trip I came home revitalized, happier, and mentally stronger.

I want to give a special thank you to the many men, and women involved to making the trip possible.