Getting Wounded Vets Airborne - Airborne Petawawa

Outdoor Recreational Activities and Psychological Well-being:

A study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that peer-based outdoor experiences significantly improved psychological health among military veterans with PTSD. The research suggests that such activities can complement traditional treatments by providing meaningful social interactions and challenging yet supportive environments.

Extreme Sports and PTSD Recovery:

The Military Times highlights programs that incorporate adrenaline-intensive activities, such as skydiving, to help veterans process combat-related trauma. These programs aim to transform negative triggers into positive experiences, fostering a sense of accomplishment and camaraderie among participants.

Exercise Intervention in PTSD:

Extreme sports promote neuroplasticity, resilience, and mental well-being for injured veterans by enhancing self-esteem, identity, and social support. These activities help retrain the brain, aiding in the transition to post-injury life. Integrating them into rehabilitation fosters long-term recovery and adaptability.

Extreme sport as an intervention for physically injured military veterans:

Extreme sports provide psychological benefits for injured veterans, enhancing self-esteem, identity, and community support. These activities help veterans transition to post-injury life by fostering resilience and mental well-being. Integrating them into rehabilitation can be a powerful tool for recovery.

Skydiving is more than a thrill, it’s healing, transformative, and life-changing. It grounds you in the present, offering freedom, renewal, and a powerful sense of resilience. Read more about the benefits here.

At Airborne Petawawa, we honor those who’ve selflessly served by gifting free tandem skydives to wounded veterans from May to October—one each month, nominated by our community.

Know a veteran whose story deserves to be celebrated? Nominate them today and give them an experience of hope, healing, and empowerment. We’re always accepting submissions and would love to hear their story.