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SUMMARY:Washington Wilderness Program for Veteran Couples
DESCRIPTION:Mazama\, Washington is a community located in the Methow Valley of Washington\, on the east slopes of the North Cascades and North Cascades National Park. \n\nWho: 8 veterans/active duty and their significant others\nWhen: September 13-18\, 2026\nWhat: A week of recreational therapy activities with a focus on hiking\, fly fishing\, and kayaking\nWhere: Mazama\, WA.  (Fly into Spokane\, WA with a 3.5 hr drive to Mazama House). \nAccommodations: Participants will have their own room and bathroom. \nAccessibility: Our accommodation has limited accessibility and does not allow service dogs on the premises as it’s a privately owned entity.  \nCost: HG covers all related costs\, including travel costs for both veterans and supporters\nPoint of Contact: Dave Keir dave@highergroundusa.org
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/washington-wilderness-program-for-couples/
LOCATION:Mazama\, Washington
CATEGORIES:Veterans and First Responders Programs
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SUMMARY:Idaho Fishing and Wellness for Veteran Couples
DESCRIPTION:This is a couples program that include some fishing as well as other outdoor recreational activities in beautiful Sun Valley\, Idaho. \n\nWho: 8 veterans and their significant other\nWhen: September 20-25\, 2026\nWhat: A week of recreational therapy activities with a focus on fly fishing.\nWhere: Sun Valley\, Idaho\nAccommodations: Sun Valley Resort\nCost: ALL program related costs including transportation are covered.\nPoint of Contact: Dave Keir\, Dave@highergroundusa.org
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/idaho-fly-fishing-for-commit-veteran-couples/
LOCATION:Sun Valley\, Idaho\, 1 Sun Valley Rd\, Sun Valley\, ID\, 83353\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veterans and First Responders Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260924T080000
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SUMMARY:Texas Photography Program for Individual Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This is an introduction to digital photography designed to help participants understand camera settings\, composition\, and build confidence.    \n\nWho: 10 male or female veterans \nWhen: September 24-29\, 2026\nWhat: Digital photography in combination with other recreational activities\nWhere: Rising Star\, Texas (central Texas)\nAccommodations: You will have your own room and private bathroom\nEquipment: Participants will need to bring their own laptop computer for editing photos
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/texas-photography-for-individual-veterans/
LOCATION:Rising Star\, Texas
CATEGORIES:Veterans and First Responders Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260602T181046Z
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UID:2219-1790294400-1790380799@highergroundusa.org
SUMMARY:Higher Ground Invitational
DESCRIPTION:Higher Ground Golf Invitational 2026\n\n\nJoin us on Friday\, September 25 for the 4th annual Higher Ground Invitational\nThis tournament brings our community together to support Higher Ground\, a Sun Valley based nonprofit expanding access to adaptive recreation and fostering meaningful connection.\nHigher Ground serves individuals with disabilities\, veterans and first responders\, building confidence\, independence\, and a stronger sense of belonging – on program and long after.\nYour participation helps expand access to these programs and ensures more people can experience the impact of getting outside\, trying something new\, and finding community. \n\n\nThe Details\n\n\nThursday\, September 24\nKetchum | Location TBD\nHGI Kickoff Party @ 5:00pm\n\nEnjoy heavy appetizers\, signature cocktails\, and a live auction\, participant speaker\, this is where the weekend’s fundraising begins.\n\nFriday\, September 25\nTrail Creek Golf Course\nRegistration opens at 10:00 AM.\n\nCheck in\, warm up on the driving range\, enter the raffle\, and pick up your mulligans before the round\nLunch and drinks provided\n\nShotgun Scramble start at 12:00 PM.\nWe’ll close out the day with awards\, cocktails\, and appetizers.
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/hgi/
LOCATION:Trail Creek Golf Course\, 200 Trail Creek Rd\, Sun Valley\, Idaho\, 83353\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Higher Ground":MAILTO:Harper@highergroundusa.org
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
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SUMMARY:Oregon Fishing Adventure for Veteran Couples
DESCRIPTION:The program will take place on the Rogue River in Oregon.  You will be fishing\, floating the river\, and staying in Lodges each night. \n\nWho: 6 male or female veterans and their spouse/significant other\nWhen: October 6-11\, 2026\nWhat: A week of recreational therapy activities for both you and your spouse/significant other focused on fishing and adventure.\nWhere: Rogue River Oregon\nAccommodations: Lodges along the river\,\nAccessibility: Mixed terrain including sand\, rocks and steep hikes to the lodges.\nCost: FREE – Higher Ground Covers ALL program related costs\nPoint of Contact: Dave Keir\, Dave@highergroundusa.org
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/oregon-fishing-adventure/
LOCATION:Rogue River\, Oregon
CATEGORIES:Veterans and First Responders Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Keir":MAILTO:dave@highergroundusa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108
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UID:1595-1793577600-1794095999@highergroundusa.org
SUMMARY:Arkansas Outdoor Adventure for First Responder Couples
DESCRIPTION:We will be staying at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch in Jasper\, Arkansas.  Recreation will include e-biking\, rock climbing and other outdoor activities \n\nWho:  8 First Responders and their significant other\nWhen: November 2-7\, 2026\nWhat: A week of recreational therapy activities for both you and your spouse/significant other\, focused on adventure and wellness.\nWhere: Jasper\, Arkansas\nAccommodations: Cabin on the Horseshoe Canyon Ranch Property \nCost: FREE – Higher Ground Covers ALL program and transportation related costs\nPoint of Contact: Dave Keir dave@highergroundusa.org
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/arkansas-biking-for-first-responder-couples/
LOCATION:Bentonville\, Arkansas\, 3400 S Walton Blvd\, Bentonville\, Arkansas\, 72712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veterans and First Responders Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Keir":MAILTO:dave@highergroundusa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105
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SUMMARY:Hawaii Equine Program for Individuals
DESCRIPTION:This is an Individual program on the Big Island.  Participants must be residents of Hawaii (or stationed). \nEvent Details\n\nWho: 10 male or female Active Duty or Veteran Individuals residing in Hawaii\nWhen: November 5-10\, 2026\nWhat:  Equine and other recreational activities\nWhere: Waimea\, Hawaii (Big Island)\nAccommodations: Kamuela Inn \nCost: FREE – Higher Ground Covers ALL program related costs\n\nPoint of Contact:\nDave Keir\n📧 dave@highergroundusa.org
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/hawaii-recreation-and-wellness-for-individuals/
LOCATION:Waimea\, Hawaii\, Waimei\, HI\, 96743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veterans and First Responders Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Keir":MAILTO:dave@highergroundusa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261118
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UID:773-1794441600-1794959999@highergroundusa.org
SUMMARY:Texas Bass Fishing for Individual Male Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Wood Ranch is located in Rising Star\, TX and is a working ranch that is leased by the 1687 Foundation to hold charitable retreats and outdoor activities for nonprofit organizations.  \nEvent Details\n\nWho: 10 Individual Male Veterans \nWhen: November 12-17\, 2026\nWhat: A week of recreational therapy activities with a focus on bass fishing and archery\nWhere: Rising Star\, TX (It is located 2.5 hours from Dallas and 1 hour from Abilene)\nAccommodations: Participants will have their own hotel style room with private bathroom area. \nAccessibility: Participants will be sitting/standing in bright sunlight with limited shade and high temps for up to 6 hours on boat as well as navigate a variety of terrain throughout the property  \nCost: HG covers all related costs\, including travel costs for both veterans and supporters\n\nPoint of Contact:\nDave Keir\n📧 dave@highergroundusa.org
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/texas-bass-fishing-for-individual-male-veterans/
LOCATION:Wood Ranch\, Rising Star\, TX\, 76471\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veterans and First Responders Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Keir":MAILTO:dave@highergroundusa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206
DTSTAMP:20260514T145315Z
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UID:2852-1795996800-1796515199@highergroundusa.org
SUMMARY:Florida Scuba for Veteran Couples
DESCRIPTION:Islamorada\, Florida is located on the Florida Keys.  This program will require a pre-medical screen for participants.  This is a Discover Scuba program with no certifications required to attend or received after the program.   \n\nWho: 8 veterans/active duty and their significant others\nWhen: November 30-December 5\, 2026\nWhat: A week of recreational therapy activities with a focus on scuba\, snorkling and other activities\nWhere: Islamorada\, Florida. \nAccommodations: Participants will have their own room with shared bathrooms.  \nCost: HG covers all related costs\, including travel costs for both veterans and supporters\nPoint of Contact: Dave Keir dave@highergroundusa.org
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/florida-scuba-for-veteran-couples/
LOCATION:Islamorada\, Florida\, Mazama\, FL\, 33036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veterans and First Responders Programs
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270309
DTSTAMP:20260318T173808Z
CREATED:20250217T161516Z
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SUMMARY:Muffy Davis Cup
DESCRIPTION:MDC 2026 was a HIT! Stay tuned for 2027 event details\, team sponsorship and fundraising
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/muffy-davis-cup/
LOCATION:Sun Valley\, Idaho\, 1 Sun Valley Rd\, Sun Valley\, ID\, 83353\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Higher Ground":MAILTO:Harper@highergroundusa.org
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DTSTAMP:20260821T204407Z
CREATED:20250224T194918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T204407Z
UID:2215-1814288400-1814306400@highergroundusa.org
SUMMARY:Hero's Journey Gala
DESCRIPTION:17th Annual Higher Ground Hero’s Journey Gala\nSave The Date – Tuesday June 29\, 2027\nTrail Creek Cabin\, Sun Valley ID
URL:https://highergroundusa.org/event/hghj/
LOCATION:Trail Creek Cabin\, 300 Trail Creek Cabin Rd\, Sun Valley\, ID\, 83353\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Higher Ground":MAILTO:Harper@highergroundusa.org
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