Name: Event Calendar for 2024
Start: 2023-12-01
End: 2024-12-31
Location: The Highground

The Highground Invites Female Veterans to Join Weekend Retreats this Summer

April 3, 2023

The Highground Veterans Park in Central Wisconsin is offering two female veterans retreats this coming June and registration is now open for both retreats. Female veterans can take part in these retreats free of charge. Transportation and any transportation Continue reading →

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The Highground Hosts 19th Annual Recognition Dinner

March 22, 2023

Liz Hamilton

The Highground Hosts 19th Annual Recognition Dinner

58 first-year contributors joined longtime supporters in bolstering the organization’s continued efforts to support Veterans and their families.

The generosity of many make the mission possible. Supporters of The Highground from Wisconsin and surrounding states braved the winter weather on the evening of March Continue reading →

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International Foods Take Center Stage at The Highground’s “Day of Peace” Event

September 8, 2022

Liz Hamilton

International Foods Take Center Stage at The Highground’s “Day of Peace” Event

The Highground will recognize the International Day of Peace at noon on Wednesday, Sept. 21, beginning with a minute of silence to create a “peace wave” around the world. A brief ceremony with music and readings from the public will be Continue reading →

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A Celebration of Honor and Valor During the 22nd Annual Ride to Remember®

September 7, 2022

Liz Hamilton

A Celebration of Honor and Valor During the 22nd Annual Ride to Remember®

Saturday, August 20 was a special day for The Highground during the 22nd Annual Ride to Remember. The forecast was calling for rainstorms, but that didn’t stop over 100 riders from showing their patriotism and honoring the sacrifices of every U.S. Continue reading →

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“Vets & Guitars” Fall Session to Start September 29

August 25, 2022

Liz Hamilton

“Vets & Guitars” Fall Session to Start September 29

The Highground, the Willard Well and several supporters, including musician Victoria Shoemaker (of “Virginia Steel” – virginiasteelmusic.com), are offering military Veterans the opportunity to learn how to play acoustic guitar. The program is designed to help them gain skills to bring the Continue reading →

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The 38th Annual Heroes Ride Raises an Incredible $92,287

August 17, 2022

Liz Hamilton

The 38th Annual Heroes Ride Raises an Incredible $92,287

On Sunday, August 7, guests, volunteers, families and friends stood in the rain to welcome the 128 bicyclists and support personnel to The Highground after their three-day and 150 plus mile journey. Ranging in ages from 10 to over 70 years, Continue reading →

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The 22nd Annual Ride to Remember Gears up on August 20

August 10, 2022

Liz Hamilton

The 22nd Annual Ride to Remember Gears up on August 20

Riders lining up at the American Legion during the 21st Annual Ride to Remember.

On Saturday, August 20, over 200 motorcyclists will come together for The Highground’s 22nd Annual Ride to Remember®—to ride in remembrance of the sacrifices of every U.S. service Continue reading →

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The Southwestern Route is Gearing Up for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride on August 5

July 26, 2022

Liz Hamilton

The Southwestern Route is Gearing Up for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride on August 5

On Friday, August 5, as others may be wondering what they’re doing for the weekend, the Southwestern Route will begin their ride in La Crosse for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride. Their love of riding bicycles, support for our Veterans and love of The Highground Continue reading →

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The Northern Route is Gearing Up for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride on August 5

July 26, 2022

Liz Hamilton

The Northern Route is Gearing Up for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride on August 5

On Friday, August 5, as others may be wondering what they’re doing for the weekend, over 40 bicyclists plus support and gear personnel, many who are Veterans, will join the Northern Route in Hayward for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride. Their love of riding bicycles, support for our Continue reading →

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The Eastern Route is Gearing Up for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride on August 5

July 26, 2022

Liz Hamilton

The Eastern Route is Gearing Up for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride on August 5

On Friday, August 5, as others may be wondering what they’re doing for the weekend, 13 bicyclists plus support and gear personnel, many who are Veterans, will join the Eastern Route in Appleton for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride. Their love of riding bicycles, support for our Continue reading →

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The Highground Invites Female Veterans to Join Weekend Retreats this Summer

The Highground Hosts 19th Annual Recognition Dinner

International Foods Take Center Stage at The Highground’s “Day of Peace” Event

A Celebration of Honor and Valor During the 22nd Annual Ride to Remember®

“Vets & Guitars” Fall Session to Start September 29

The 38th Annual Heroes Ride Raises an Incredible $92,287

The 22nd Annual Ride to Remember Gears up on August 20

The Southwestern Route is Gearing Up for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride on August 5

The Northern Route is Gearing Up for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride on August 5

The Eastern Route is Gearing Up for the 38th Annual Heroes Ride on August 5

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Event Calendar for 2024

Spring Work Week 2024

Spouses & Partners of Veterans Support Group

Volunteer-Porch Greeter Appreciation Picnic 2024

Spring Bake Sale 2024

Legacy Stone Ceremony-11am

United In Service Stone Ceremony–11am

Legacy Stone Ceremony-2pm

United In Service Stone Ceremony–2pm

Veteran & Family PTSD Peer Support Group May 2024

14th Annual Honor Ride on Memorial Day

Memorial Day Ceremony