The mission is clear – we will provide an incredible on, in & under water experience to all our veterans and those that support them in the beautiful Florida Keys. We will SCUBA dive, free dive, spearfish, snorkel, sail, kayak, and conduct ECO Tours throughout the diverse reefs, water ways and mangroves of the Keys. Veterans may also receive PADI SCUBA Instruction as well as ASA Sailing Certifications in designated courses. Come aboard, relax and watch the sun set. The past is the past; it’s time to move forward and the majestic sloop Anjin San will guide you there.
Veterans Campground on Big Marine Lake provides rest, recovery, and recreation for military veterans and their families as part of the continuous reintegration process.
Create an opportunity for veterans to experience the healing power of water. Vision Create an opportunity for disabled veterans to experience open ocean sailing, offshore cruising and scuba diving through collaboration with community partners including the Miami VA and Miami Vet Center. Once participants have completed the Introduction to Water Sports program and express a desire to advance to blue water sailing, Veterans Ocean Adventures provides an introduction to cruising in the Florida Keys and the Bahamas. Select participants may continue on to join a leg of an ongoing world circumnavigation.
Provide facilities and activities for recreation & relaxation for veterans and their families. Promote patriotism through ceremonies and brotherhood of veterans. Provide assistance to families during bereavement.
