Connection
Time together, away from everyday distractions, with people who share a connection to service.
VETERAN LED. ROOTED IN KANSAS.
A new mission.
The same
camaraderie.
Supporting veterans’ mental well-being through time outdoors, shared purpose, and the kind of camaraderie that makes it easier to connect. Join us in the field, on the water, and around the campfire.
HUNTING · FISHING · CONSERVATIONBuilt on service. Connected by the outdoors.
A PLACE TO RECONNECT★A PURPOSE TO SHARE★A COMMUNITY TO BELONG TO
01 / WHY WE EXIST
The uniform changes.
The need for
connection doesn't.
Our mission goes beyond the hunt. We’re building opportunities for veterans to reconnect, find community, and support their mental and emotional well-being through the outdoors.
Founded by Marine Corps veterans and rooted in Kansas, we’re carrying the spirit of service into the outdoors. Through hunting, fishing, conservation, and shared experiences, we aim to strengthen connection, belonging, and purpose for veterans and active-duty service members.
We want to create a place where veterans can show up as they are, build friendships, and have someone beside them. We’re working to reduce physical, financial, and social barriers so more veterans can take part.
Service is our foundation.
The field is our common ground.
The field is our common ground.
WHY THE OUTDOORS MATTERS TO OUR MISSION
A reason to get outside.
People to come back to.
Supporting mental well-being is at the heart of what we’re building. A hunt or fishing trip creates the opportunity. The friendships, conversations, and sense of belonging are what we want to carry forward.
Camaraderie
A welcoming place to share a laugh, learn a skill, or talk when you’re ready, with no pressure to tell your story.
Purpose
Something meaningful to do together, from preparing for an outing to caring for habitat and helping another veteran.
Our focus is outdoor recreation and peer connection. These experiences complement, rather than replace, professional mental-health care.
02 / WHAT WE'RE BUILDING
The outdoors is the setting. Connection is the purpose.
Our planned outings are designed to make room for friendship, conversation, and shared purpose. Dates and applications will be announced as partnerships and preparations come together.
In the field
Hunting opportunities built around safe access, shared knowledge, and the kind of conversation that happens in a blind before sunrise.
HUNTING & OUTDOOR SKILLSOn the water
Fishing outings that make room to slow down, reconnect, and build friendships beyond military service.
FISHING & CONNECTIONFor the land
Conservation and habitat projects that give service-minded people a meaningful way to care for the places that bring us together.
CONSERVATION & STEWARDSHIP
A FOUNDATION IN ITS FIRST CHAPTER
Help build something
worth belonging to.
We’re bringing together the people, land, and resources to turn this mission into real experiences. This is your chance to be part of the beginning.
Find your place in the mission ↗03 / THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU
Different strengths.
One shared mission.
STORIES FROM THE FIELD
The people.
The places.
The moments that stay.
Every outing has a story. This will be the home for photos, videos, and the veterans and service members who share the field with us.
Explore the gallery ↗OUR FIRST CHAPTERReal stories.
Real stories.
Shared in their own words.
Hunt highlights, time on the water, and the people behind each experience.
Stories coming soonWEAR THE MISSION
Good gear.
Shared purpose.
Take Field After Service with you, from an early morning in the blind to an ordinary day in town. Explore our planned collection of foundation apparel.
Visit the shop ↗First collection coming soon.04 / SUPPORT THE MISSION
Open the door
to the outdoors.
Help us create outdoor experiences centered on veterans’ mental well-being, connection, and belonging. Your support can help provide land access, equipment, and safe outings where lasting friendships can begin.
We’re getting our giving program ready. Online donations are not open yet.
GIVE WITH PURPOSE
Be part of the beginning.
We’re preparing a secure way to support Field After Service Foundation.
Land & outdoor accessProgram equipment & suppliesSafe, well-planned experiences
Online giving coming soon. No payments are collected on this website.A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Before we head out.
Who are the programs for?
Our mission focuses on veterans and active-duty U.S. service members, with particular attention to those facing barriers to outdoor participation. Eligibility and selection details will be published with each program.
Can I sign up for a hunt or fishing trip?
Not yet. We’re in the planning stage. Program dates, locations, and application instructions will be posted once the arrangements are ready.
Can I make a donation today?
Online giving is not yet available. Payment details and information about the Foundation’s tax-exempt status will be posted before online giving opens. This website does not currently represent donations as tax-deductible.
Do I need outdoor experience to get involved?
There are many ways to help, including organizing, fundraising, landowner introductions, and conservation. Program-specific experience and safety requirements will be provided before participation.