Guardian Revival Blog

Information & resources about our programs, outdoor adventures, dogs, music, peer support, mental health, and wellness.

Guardian Revival is a non-profit with free programs for guardians (active & retired):
Active Military, Veterans, Reserves, National Guard, Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue, Emergency Medical Services, Dispatchers, Corrections, and Federal Agents.

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Zealand Falls Snowshoe Adventure

Another Summit’s winter 2024 High Adventure to the New Hampshire White Mountains. Our weekend featured frigid temperatures, but we had fun and stayed warm between our snowshoeing treks, cozy AMC huts, and hot meals. Our team successfully reached the summit of Mt. Hale, one of New Hampshire’s 46 4,000-foot peaks.

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Another Summit’s 2024 High & Epic Adventures

Our High and Epic Adventures are world-class opportunities to experience multi-day backcountry adventures led by a team of trained outdoor experts. Learn the ropes of backpacking or canoe camping, spend several days in beautiful, remote wilderness, and bond with your fellow guardians — all at no cost.

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Knots, Tarps, and Teamwork: Outdoor Skills Workshop

Another Summit taught a workshop at the New York State Outdoor Education Association’s Winter Weekend — we focused on two fundamental outdoor skills: knotwork and tarp construction. Our teams learned three types of tarp pitches (lean-to, plow point, and C-fly) and three essential knots (trucker’s hitch, bowline, and taut-line hitch), and competed in a team activity you can try yourself!

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Layering for Winter Adventures

Hiking in the winter months offers less crowded trails, fewer bugs, and you can enjoy spectacular views that are usually blocked by the foliage — enjoy the sight of stunning, snow-blanketed vistas. Learn the basic layers you’ll need, plus traction, flotation, and sun protection, so you can be prepared to enjoy a winter wonderland.

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A New Year: 2024

As we embark on another year, we stay humble and focused on our mission to improve the lives of our guardians. Our mindset for 2024 is to make the world a better place and help who we can. We look forward to another year dedicated to veterans & first responders, and we are grateful to have you be part of our journey. Happy New Year!

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2023 Recap: A Year of Impact & Growth

We've hit so many measurable milestones this year, and there are countless more meaningful moments we can't quantify — in groups of guardians and one-on-one with individuals. Thank you for your support, for being part of our extended Guardian Revival family, and for helping us improve the lives of our veterans & first responders.

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January 2024 Events

Start the year off right by joining us for outdoor adventures, a companion dog awarding, iRest meditation, mobility, yoga, peer support, music jams, and more. With both virtual events and in-person gatherings, there’s something for everyone.

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Happy Holidays!

As we approach the end of the year, we wanted to share our gratitude for all of you — all the guardians, everywhere; our staff and volunteers; our donors, sponsors, and supporters. Thank you for everything you do for us, each other, and our guardians. Our team at Guardian Revival wishes you happy holidays!

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