Healing Vets Through Fishing At My Warrior’s Place
- By: Joseph Simonds
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I’ll be honest…
I had goosebumps nearly this entire interview.
This is the amazing story of Kelly Kowall, a woman who lost her son in Afghanistan, but is now using her loss to help others heal.
Through one miracle at a time (literally) she started My Warrior’s Place, a sanctuary to “provide a safe refuge and bring about healing and hope to all Veterans and Military Service Members and their families who have returned from the battlefield.”
They have a campus on the water where visitors can come fish, kayak, boat, and talk with other people who’ve gone through what they’re going through.
This is an incredible episode that will leave you crying, amazed, grateful and inspired.
Enjoy!
P.S. She was recently featured in Mike Rowe’s new show, Returning The Favor. You can see her episode below.
Healing Vets Through Fishing [PODCAST]
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Was that an amazing story or what?!
Here’s a picture of the bullet that washed up on her feet.
And you can watch her episode of Returning The Favor below.
Returning The Favor: My Warrior’s Place [VIDEO]
Now that we’re all crying, here’s where you can keep up with or donate to Kelly and My Warrior’s Place:
- Her website MWPUSA.net
- My Warrior’s Place on Facebook
- Buy Kelly’s book, My Life After…The Death of My Son (The Story of Miracles) here
Conclusion
I love hearing stories like Kelly’s where she’s using fishing to make a difference in the world.
It’s amazing what some fresh air and quality time with people who care and know what you’re going through can do.
Have any questions or comments about My Warrior’s Place?
Let us know down in the comments!
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I am a Vietnam Marine Vet myself and have been to The Warrior’s Place. Great people and a fantastic fishery close by. Semper-Fi…Sgt Ski
As a Veteran myself, this video hits ya right in the feels. Powerful stuff…