Dog Park Dedication
Join us for a meaningful morning as we dedicate the Putnam County Guardian Dog Park.
The Putnam County Guardian Dog Park was created in partnership with Guardian Revival, Putnam County, and the PFC Dwyer Vet2Vet Program. This dedication will honor the memory of Max Kalkstein, an Army veteran, police officer, and beloved K9 handler.
This special event will feature:
A formal Color Guard presentation 🇺🇸
Remarks from local leaders & Max’s family
Boots & Paws dog awarding 🐾
A community grill & picnic to follow — please RSVP below
The Guardian Dog Park is a space for connection, companionship, and healing — a tribute to those who serve and a celebration of the bond between guardian and dog.
We hope you’ll stand with us in remembrance, in gratitude, and in community.
All are welcome.
WHO: Open to the public
WHEN: Thursday, May 22 @ 10:00 AM ET
WHERE: Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park – Upper Park
201 Gipsy Trail Road, Carmel, NY 10512
Note: Unfortunately, no dogs allowed at the ceremony.
Please RSVP
PFC Dwyer Vet2Vet Program
The Putnam County Veterans Service Agency PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Vet2Vet (Veterans’ Peer Services Project) provides services such as support groups, social activities, helping Vets get their benefit claims back on track, advise them on how to access their education benefits, and much more.
Joseph P. Dwyer was an Army Medic whose face was well known as a result of a photo that was published of him carrying a young, injured Iraqi boy during a battle on March 25, 2003. Army Times photographer Warren Zinn saw the situation unfold and clicked away as Dwyer met the boy’s father — who carried a white flag and his injured son to the soldier, eventually bringing the 4-year-old to safety. Dwyer suffered from severe PTSD and died at age 31 from an overdose on June 28, 2008.
Putnam County & The Veterans Memorial Park
Nestled between the Hudson River and the Connecticut state line, Putnam County offers an abundance of adventures and experiences. Putnam is a small but mighty treasure trove of crystal lakes, beautiful hiking trails, historic sites, art and cultural experiences and quaint restaurants and shops. putnamcountyny.gov
Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park is home to the Putnam County Veterans Museum, Veterans Memorial, Gold Star Mothers Memorial, Blue Star Memorial By-Way, Victory Gardens, First Park Memorial, Cobra AH-IG/S/F Helicopter, US Navy Anchors, and Angel of Hope.
Guardian Revival
Guardian Revival is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that improves the mental health & well-being of military, veterans, and first responders — our guardians — and their families, at no cost to them.
Our Programs
Another Summit | Outdoor adventures — walking, hiking, backpacking, paddling, and fly fishing
Boots & Paws | Providing dogs for the therapeutic benefits of animal companionship
Encore | Opportunities to learn, write, play, record, and share music
Homefront | Support & resources for military & first responder families
Peer Services | Individual & group peer support for guardians by guardians
Rise | Strength & resilience through fitness & wellness