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Darby's Warrior Support

Arkansas nonprofit in Searcy hosting veterans, active-duty service members, and their families for restorative outdoor experiences at the 9,000-square-foot Patriot Outpost lodge. Programs include Friday-to-Monday hunting and fishing weekends with all required gear provided, plus a Youth Hunting Program that reconnects soldiers and their children.

VeteranActive MilitaryFamily
Cost
Not stated on the org's own site
Coverage
Arkansas (Searcy-based) (Arkansas)
Eligibility
The org states: 'All 9/11 generation combat veterans are eligible, though DWS' target population is the Special Operations community'
Last Verified
October 9, 2026

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