Vail Veterans Program

High in the Colorado mountains, one military family is beginning a week filled with adventure, connection, and unforgettable moments at Black Mountain Ranch.

Designed to provide families with time to reconnect away from the demands of daily life, this experience combines the beauty of the outdoors with meaningful opportunities to relax, laugh, and grow together.

Whether exploring the ranch, gathering around the campfire, or simply soaking in the mountain views, every moment is a reminder of the strength found in family and community.

We are honored to create spaces where military families can recharge, make lasting memories, and experience the healing power of adventure together.

Happy 251st Birthday, U.S. Army!

Today, we proudly celebrate the brave men and women of the United States Army who have answered the call to serve our nation since June 14, 1775.

For more than two and a half centuries, Army Soldiers have demonstrated unwavering courage, selfless service, and steadfast commitment in defense of our freedoms. Their dedication and sacrifice have helped shape our nation's history and continue to inspire generations.

At Vail Veterans Program, we are honored to serve Army veterans and their families through programs that foster healing, connection, confidence, and renewed purpose.

Please join us in wishing the U.S. Army a very happy birthday and thanking all who have worn the Army uniform—past and present—for their service to our country.

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We are incredibly grateful to the Vail Resorts Epic Promise Foundation for helping make life-changing experiences possible for our veterans and their families.

With their generous support, we provided adaptive lessons, specialized equipment, and lift access to 53 wounded veterans and their families through our programs this winter!

Because of partners like Epic Promise Foundation, our Nation’s Heroes and their families are empowered to build confidence, strengthen family bonds, and discover new possibilities on the slopes.

Thank you for helping us create moments of healing, growth, and connection that extend far beyond the mountains.

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Today, Vail Veterans Program pays tribute to the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and devotion have shaped the freedoms we cherish. We honor their legacy with enduring gratitude and remembrance.

“What Memorial Day Means To Me”

Memorial Day always reminds me
Of those we lost on air, land, and sea
From the Revolutionary War to Today’s battles
These Soldiers looked death in the face and never rattled
The road to freedom is bathed in blood, sweat, and tears
These were the Soldiers who held back our fears
Freedom, they say is never free
The ultimate sacrifice of their lives they gave to this creed
So, many lives will continue to be lost
It seems Freedom does come as a cost
To empty chairs at the dinner table
I say sit and enjoy as you are able
For these men went gladly overseas
So, we can eat today totally free
So, for me fighting and dying for a cause you cannot see
Is, what Memorial Day means to me

-By JD Roberts, Army CPT. (Ret.), and Vail Veterans Program Alumni

Today, we proudly celebrate Armed Forces Day and honor the brave men and women who serve our nation across every branch of the military.

Established in 1949 to unify recognition of all military branches, Armed Forces Day is a reminder of the courage, commitment, and sacrifice shown by those who answer the call to serve.

To all who wear the uniform — thank you for your dedication to protecting our freedoms and defending our democracy. Your service inspires us every day.

Join us in celebrating Military Spouse Recognition Day!

Established in 1984 by Ronald Reagan, this day honors the resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering support of military spouses.

Through deployments, relocations, and everything in between, military spouses are the steady foundation behind our service members. At Vail Veterans Program, we are proud to serve the “force behind the force” through our family and caregiver programs—supporting the strength, connection, and community they build every day.

Today and every day, we celebrate you!

Today, we celebrate National Adaptive Sports Day—and the countless lives the adaptive sports community has helped transform.

One in four Americans lives with a disability, yet adaptive sports are only beginning to receive the recognition they deserve. Beyond competition, adaptive sports build confidence, restore purpose, and redefine what’s possible.

At Vail Veterans Program, we’re honored to serve our veteran athletes through immersive in-person programs and year-round virtual fitness challenges that keep them connected, motivated, and moving forward.

Every day, these veterans embody resilience and determination—proving that strength isn’t defined by limitations, but by the courage to push beyond them.

Join us in celebrating the power of adaptive sports and the community behind it.

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Today, we celebrate the U.S. Army Reserve's 118th birthday with immense gratitude!

These extraordinary citizen soldiers embody the spirit of service, seamlessly blending their civilian pursuits as doctors, engineers, educators, business leaders, and innovators with their unwavering commitment to our nation's defense.

Let's come together to honor these selfless heroes, who stand ready to answer the call to duty with their unique blend of military discipline and real-world expertise, inspiring us all with their bravery and dedication!

Today, we honor the strength, sacrifice, and enduring love of Gold Star Spouses.

On Gold Star Spouses Day, we recognize those who have lost their partners in service to our country—individuals who carry both profound grief and incredible resilience. Your sacrifice is not forgotten, and your courage continues to inspire us all.

At Vail Veterans Program, we stand beside you, committed to supporting and uplifting our nation’s military families. Today and every day, we remember your loved ones and honor the life you continue to build in their memory.

Please join us in taking a moment to reflect, remember, and show gratitude.