Tag: veteran community
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Marine Corps Birthday Celebration — 2025
Essex County Leathernecks celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Marine Corps with local nuance and long standing tradition.
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This Day in History: The First Marine Corps Marathon
On November 7, 1976 the inaugural marathon was open to 1,175 runners. On October 26, 2025 the 50th Marine Corps Marathon reaffirmed The People’s Marathon is a popular choice for first time marathon runners. Although an unverified statistic, some estimate only 1% of the population will complete a marathon in their lifetime. Amongst the present…
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The Final Inspection: Walter Peterson, Jr.
Walter was born on October 24, 1945 and enlisted in the Marine Corps on January 31, 1964. LCpl Peterson served 21 months in Vietnam. As a Marine, Peterson was trained in Hawaii prior to being deployed to Vietnam. The photos (courtesy of Walter Peterson III) show Marine life with land weapons, new landscapes, air support…
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Marine Veterans on TV: 60 Days In
Give a Marine a challenge… Unafraid, alert and up for the challenge, a few Marine veterans find themselves in jail; to up the ante, they volunteered for the experience. In the first 4 seasons of 60 Days In, there were three Marine veterans (self-identified on the show) who volunteered. In addition there was one Marine…
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Remembering PFC Marcus William Stoddard
A Marine home on leave and visiting Henry’s Garage (now the local fire station) in Port Henry, NY left a beer in the garage to enjoy when he returned home from the Vietnam War. While Stoddard is buried in Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery in Moriah, NY his name is also etched on the Vietnam…
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Moshe the Service Dog
Meet Moshe. Moshe is a 5 1/2 year old male Labrador Retriever. He’s also a service dog to Essex County Leatherneck, Paul Tremblay. Moshe regularly attends our meetings and upon entering, his owner gives the release command. Moshe wags his tail and heads for the first member to greet, sniffing pant legs, accepting generous pets…
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Happy 250th Birthday America
The Marine Corps way of life is rooted in a value system that includes a love for God, Country and Corps. By the ruckus we make celebrating our birthday, you would think we have it backwards. But we don’t. We are vocal about our love of the Marine Corps, for our fellow Marines and the…
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Pilates Class
Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.
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Pilates Class
Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.
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Pilates Class
Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.
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Pilates Class
Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.
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Pilates Class
Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.
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Pilates Class
Marine Corps veteran Dawn Bazan is teaching Pilates during the month of June. Subscribe to our calendar to stay informed of the reoccurring event or see the graphic for more details.
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Saratoga National Park Tour for Veterans
Essex County Leathernecks enjoy engaging with other local veteran groups. There is something familiar and easy going when veterans get together. Add this to exploring local battle sights and it makes for a fun and memorable day. On May 18, 2025 three Homeward Bound Adirondacks employees led a veterans and families event at the Saratoga…
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Raquette Lake Nature Retreat for Female Veterans
Raquette Lake (Female Only) Nature Retreat (THIS RETREAT IS FULL, EMAIL sholmes@hbadk.org to get on waiting list in case of cancellations) August 29 – 31, 2025 St. Williams on Long Point – Raquette Lake, NY Homeward Bound Adirondacks invites you to our Veteran Retreat at St. Williams on Long Point. Join us for a weekend…
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Camp Tamarac Nature Retreat for Veterans
Camp Tamarac Nature Retreat August 8-10, 2025 Join us August 8 – 10 on our newly acquired 110-acre property in Malone, the future site of the SGT Carlton A. Clark Veterans Center. This retreat will feature tent accommodations, embracing the beauty of simplicity and community. You must be comfortable with shared living quarters. We will…
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Veteran Equine Therapy Retreat
Veteran Equine Therapy Retreat July 25–27, 2025 Brookledge, Middle Grove, NY Homeward Bound Adirondacks, in collaboration with Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga, invites you to a transformative 3-day Veteran Retreat. Experience the unique glamping grounds of Brookledge https://www.brookledgeny.com/about/ Connect with majestic horses at Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga https://thsaratoga.org/ Recreate, reflect, and recharge alongside fellow veterans Horses are highly…
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Veteran Wilderness Backcountry Paddle Retreat
Veteran Wilderness Backcountry Paddle July 11-13, 2025 Experience an unlimited and truly immersive outdoor adventure exploring the beautiful backcountry of the Adirondack Mountains. Discover the joy and satisfaction of exploring the great outdoors, whether you are a seasoned adventurer or a first-time explorer. Paddle into the remote backcountry to a primitive campsite and create lasting…
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Freedom on the Fairway
Homeward Bound Adirondacks is generously offering a free round of golf and cart for veterans. This ongoing event occurs Monday nights beginning in May and continues until the Ticonderoga Golf Course closes for winter. Veterans meet at the course at 4:30 PM and play until 6:00 PM. Stop in for practice and community with fellow…
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Freedom on the Fairway
Homeward Bound Adirondacks is generously offering a free round of golf and cart for veterans. This ongoing event occurs Monday nights beginning in May and continues until the Ticonderoga Golf Course closes for winter. Veterans meet at the course at 4:30 PM and play until 6:00 PM. Stop in for practice and community with fellow…
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Freedom on the Fairway
Homeward Bound Adirondacks is generously offering a free round of golf and cart for veterans. This ongoing event occurs Monday nights beginning in May and continues until the Ticonderoga Golf Course closes for winter. Veterans meet at the course at 4:30 PM and play until 6:00 PM. Stop in for practice and community with fellow…
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Freedom on the Fairway
Homeward Bound Adirondacks is generously offering a free round of golf and cart for veterans. This ongoing event occurs Monday nights beginning in May and continues until the Ticonderoga Golf Course closes for winter. Veterans meet at the course at 4:30 PM and play until 6:00 PM. Stop in for practice and community with fellow…
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Freedom on the Fairway
Homeward Bound Adirondacks is generously offering a free round of golf and cart for veterans. This ongoing event occurs Monday nights beginning in May and continues until the Ticonderoga Golf Course closes for winter. Veterans meet at the course at 4:30 PM and play until 6:00 PM. Stop in for practice and community with fellow…
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Freedom on the Fairway
Homeward Bound Adirondacks is generously offering a free round of golf and cart for veterans. This ongoing event occurs Monday nights beginning in May and continues until the Ticonderoga Golf Course closes for winter. Veterans meet at the course at 4:30 PM and play until 6:00 PM. Stop in for practice and community with fellow…
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Freedom on the Fairway
Homeward Bound Adirondacks is generously offering a free round of golf and cart for veterans. This ongoing event occurs Monday nights beginning in May and continues until the Ticonderoga Golf Course closes for winter. Veterans meet at the course at 4:30 PM and play until 6:00 PM. Stop in for practice and community with fellow…