At the Bonfire Blog
“Winners in Every Way”: A Volunteer’s Heartfelt Tribute to Our Purple Heart Heroes at Talladega
At the heart of every Warrior Bonfire Program event is the mission to honor, heal, and connect our Purple Heart recipients through meaningful experiences—and sometimes, those experiences happen in the most thrilling places.
The Heartbeat of America: Reflections from Our Wisconsin Turkey Hunt
There are some retreats that leave a mark—and then there are those that become a part of your soul. Our recent Warrior Bonfire Retreat in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin was one of those experiences.
Being a Bonfire Leader is More Than a Title
Becoming a Bonfire Leader with the Warrior Bonfire Program is more than a title—it’s a transformative journey of healing, leadership, and service. Our Bonfire Leaders are Purple Heart veterans who have moved from receiving support to guiding others on their paths to recovery. Through our Leadership Development Program and retreats, they gain the tools to foster camaraderie, resilience, and growth among fellow veterans.
Finding Flight: A Journey of Clarity on Florida’s East Coast Bonfire Adventure
Our recent Florida East Coast Adventures Retreat was more than just an escape into the beauty of the Everglades—it became a turning point for one of our Purple Heart recipients who discovered a new sense of direction for his life.
A Support Community Built on One Annual Retreat
When it comes to healing and connection, sometimes all it takes is one weekend a year to spark something much bigger. At the Warrior Bonfire Program, we’ve seen firsthand how a single retreat—built with heart and supported by local hands—can grow into a powerful, lasting network of support for our Purple Heart veterans.
Finding Family at Sawblade Outfitters
For many Purple Heart recipients, the camaraderie of military life is something they deeply miss. At the Warrior Bonfire hunt at Sawblade Outfitters, that sense of brother / sisterhood and belonging is not only welcomed—it’s embraced like family.