March R&R and Fredericksburg Fly Fishing Event

What a blessing God bestowed upon us this past week-end.  Eight families from Fort Sam Houston came to the hill country for some R&R time.

Upon arriving Friday evening they were welcomed with a meal provided by the St Barnabas Episcopal Church and also treated to some beautiful music by a local orchestra who practices at the church on Friday nights!!

The families were welcomed with open arms and such warmth that each wounded warrior and family member left with excited anticipation of what was to come during the next two days.

Ashley showing off her Catch

Giving the Fish a break

Saturday the Fredericksburg Fly Fishermen (FFF)  hosted a day event at Still Waters Ranch for even more wounded warriors from Fort Sam who came just for the day.  Several good sized fish were caught, filleted and sent home with the warriors.  For some it was a first time fishing experience.

Dustin admiring Stan's catch

Wounded Warriors, FFF & Volunteers ready to fish

Bruce Ward-Chief Cook

Ray Sims-Transportation & Guide

While some were fishing, others visited the shops in town, toured the Nimitz Museum or climbed Enchanted Rock. Still others went to the kite flying event at LBJ state park then enjoyed the Sauer Beckmann Farm where they were treated to a taste of what life was like in the Fredericksburg area 100 years ago. 

After a full day of fun events, we gathered together at the Enchanted Rock Pavilion for dinner and fellowship.  Entertainment during the evening was provided by John Hardaway and 30-60, a local band. Rabke’s catered the meal with volunteers Ann Matthews, Rita Travis, Sandy Doudna and Johna Clark providing cupcakes for dessert.

 

Sunday morning found several of the families attending different churches in town.  After a morning of worship, the families headed back to San Antonio to get ready for their regiment at Fort Sam.  Our prayer for each of these warriors is that healing and peace will come to their body and soul.

Thanks to Susan Quindry, Stacy Johnson & Sharon Massey for providing the Information and pictures for this blog.


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