Gorge Fly Shop Blog: Veterans Backcountry Adventures Raffle

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Veterans Backcountry Adventures strives to give something back to this community and you can help us fundraise by participating in our 2025 raffle! Raffle winners will be drawn Saturday, June 28th, 2025 and winners will be notified via email. Raffle prize packages details:

Raffle Package 1

Thomas & Thomas Contact II 10’9” 3 wt. Euro Nymphing Fly Rod

Redington Ace 3-4 Euro Fly Reel

Rio Technical Euro Nymph Fly Line

Orvis Pro Waterproof Roll Top Backpack

Total Retail Value: $1400

Raffle Package 2

G Loomis NRX+ LP 8’6” 4 wt. Flyrod

Redington Tilt 2-5 Fly Reel

Rio Premier Gold WF4F Fly Line

Outcast AK Waterproof Duffle Bag

Total Retail Value: $1500

Raffle Package 3

Renzetti Purple SW Traveler 2600 Fly Tying Vise

Game Changer jaws for Vise

Renzetti Purple Tool Bar

Renzetti Parachute Attachment

Loon Complete Fly Tying Tool Set

Loon Small and Large Hair Stacker

Loon Ergo Prime Scissors

Loon UV Plasma Light

Loon Tying Mat

Loon Bench Boss

Total Retail Value: $1200

VBA is a 501(c)(3) / 509(a)(2) public charity and 100% of fundraising goes directly to enabling VBA excursions.

Veterans Backcountry Adventures (VBA) is a remarkable nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the lives of veterans through outdoor experiences and adventure therapy. By providing opportunities for veterans to connect with nature, VBA fosters healing, camaraderie, and personal growth. Their programs are designed to help veterans transition from military life to civilian life, offering a supportive community where they can share their experiences and challenges.

Through a variety of outdoor activities, including fly fishing, hiking, and camping, VBA empowers veterans to rediscover their passion for life and build lasting friendships. These adventures not only promote physical well-being but also serve as a therapeutic outlet for mental health challenges that many veterans face. The organization's commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment allows participants to engage in meaningful experiences that can lead to profound personal transformation.