Resources / Outdoor Programs
BackCountry Heroes
Ramona, CA 501(c)(3) public charity offering fully hosted guided hunts, youth mentorship, and conservation days for veterans, active duty, and first responders and their families — gear, guides, licenses, and lodging are covered, and the organization is 100% volunteer-led.
- Cost
- Free — own site: "$0 Cost to every hero we serve"
- Coverage
- Ramona, California (San Diego County) (California)
- Eligibility
- Veterans, active-duty service members, first responders, and their families and youth; attendee experiences are by application/invitation.
- Last Verified
- October 9, 2026
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