“Outdoor Adventures” Female Veterans Retreat 2025
The Highground is making plans for the “Outdoor Adventures” Female Veterans Retreat, which will be held June 20-22, 2025. The retreat is open to any female Veteran of any age and service history.
This retreat has been coordinated for the female Veterans who enjoy the physical demands of hiking, nights under the stars and other outdoor activities. Spending time in nature is one of the most effective and achievable ways to help heal and manage PTS and to reach goals of better mental health. We will be hiking the rolling terrain of area trails, camping under the stars at The Highground and participating in other outdoor activities such as kayaking. Female Veterans will have the opportunity to learn or hone their outdoor skills as well as techniques for PTS/MST management, boosting their confidence to continue the activities after the retreat. All the basic equipment necessary for this adventurous weekend is included with your registration.
A registration fee is required which will be refunded to the Veterans when they arrive. Once Veterans are at the retreat, The Highground will take care of food, lodging, supplies, etc.
Early registration and a firm commitment is required. To register and get a detailed itinerary for the retreat, Veterans are encouraged to email Theresa at museum@thehighground.org or call 715-743-4224.
Please note: Transportation to and from the retreat weekend is the responsibility of the Veteran.
Major funding for the retreat is provided through a Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) grant. Additional sponsors are Dorothy Evenson, American Legion Aux. Post 208, John Stuhr, Gabe Komanec, Marshfield Elks 665 and Harold Schmitt.
The Highground is located at W7031 Ridge Rd, Neillsville, WI 54456.
