FREDERICKSBURG, Texas,
Aug. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/
-- Injured veterans tested their rock climbing abilities with
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) at Enchanted Rock State
Natural Area.
"I wanted something to do with other veterans and Wounded
Warrior Project," said Army veteran Daniel
Bernal. "I try to stay active, and this was an outdoor
activity that I knew would definitely keep me moving. It was the
first time I tried rock climbing. I loved the scenery and
connecting with other people who are in similar situations as
me."
"I enjoyed climbing Enchanted Rock and being able to see the
city from the summit," said Army veteran Marlene Rodriguez. "This Wounded Warrior Project
event offered great camaraderie and a hope for a better
future."
Fellow warriors and guests learned techniques specifically
designed for those who have limited or no rock climbing experience
but would like to take part in the physical challenges it
offers.
"I talked to quite a few people there, and just about all of
them seemed to be pretty open about themselves," Daniel
said. "Most are just trying to piece themselves back together
and find something meaningful."
WWP program events like this give wounded warriors an
opportunity to experience veteran peer support firsthand. These
social gatherings get them out of the house and connect them with
fellow service members and their communities.
"With Wounded Warrior Project, I have an opportunity to not only
work on my own well-being, but to help others work on theirs,"
Daniel said. "They make sure veterans know they are not alone
in their fight."
Activities like rock climbing and socializing with other
veterans can help injured warriors cope with stress and emotional
concerns. In a WWP survey
(https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/survey) of the injured
warriors it serves, more than half of survey respondents (51.6
percent) expressed they talk with fellow veterans to address their
mental health issues, and 30.3 percent indicated physical activity
helps.
To learn and see more about how WWP's programs and services
connect, serve, and empower wounded warriors, visit
http://newsroom.woundedwarriorproject.org, and click on
multimedia.
About Wounded Warrior Project
Since 2003, Wounded
Warrior Project® (WWP) has been meeting the growing
needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers – helping them
achieve their highest ambition. Learn
more: http://newsroom.woundedwarriorproject.org/about-us.
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