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December 25, 2022January 19, 2023

December 25, 2022 Devotion

Today is Christmas. Today we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior. We celebrate him coming to earth to be flesh. As we celebrate, I would like to suggest that we think about what took place some 2000 years ago.

Jesus left heaven and came to earth. He left the throne to come be with us. Came to world full of sin. Knowing what was ahead, he still came. He knew the pain and suffering he was going to face, and he still came. He knew the death that awaited him, and he still came.

While he was here, he lived a very humble life. Surrounded by those the others would turn the noses up to. But even before then, think about his birth. Without the comforts that we have today. Without the comforts they had back then. No bed. No crib. A manger. His life began in simplest of ways. And he spent his life showing us how to serve others. How to love others. So today, celebrate knowing our Lord and Savior loves us so much that he left everything to be with us. He sacrificed it all. Even died for us. Because he loves us. Always has. Always will.

Merry Christmas everyone. I hope you have a blessed day. Love you all.

December 24, 2022January 19, 2023

December 24, 2022 Devotion

It’s Christmas Eve. Tomorrow we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior. Even the unbelievers celebrate. That’s how powerful our God is. As we celebrate, let’s remember how blessed we are that is “God with us” through the Holy Spirit.

When Jesus left the earth, he told the disciples that they would then receive the gift and power of the Holy Spirit. What an amazing gift. And what is more amazing is that we all can have this gift. We can all have Jesus in us. The power of the Holy Spirit gives us has access to him all the time. No matter where we are. That’s incredible and amazing.

Let’s finish this devotion by quoting something I read: “This Christmas, allow the power of the gifts God set in motion long ago to resonate in your heart. Whether you’re celebrating over gifts and dinner with loved ones or if you find yourself in a place of mourning, know that Immanuel has come for you. He didn’t just come to occupy a manger, a cross, or a tomb—He came to live in your heart through the everlasting power of His Holy Spirit. The gift of Christmas was always meant for you, and He is with you always!”

December 23, 2022January 19, 2023

December 23, 2022 Devotion

In September 2017, after I came out of recovery for my surgery, I found out how serious my condition was. We realized just how blessed we were to have met the doctors that we did. To be sent to a place that was capable of performing the surgery that they did. it didn’t take long for me to conclude that I was alive for a reason. I pride myself in being a good husband and father. But there was still a bigger purpose for me.

I imagine that at some point, most of us have asked the question, “Why am I here?” It’s a natural thing for us to wonder what it is we are called to do. When we sit back and think about how big this world is, it’s easy for us to question that. Unfortunately, many people will never find the “why” for their lives. They will continually search. I would like to suggest that the answer is pretty simple. I believe the answer is this…We are here to glorify God. I believe that God created us for his glory.

When we realize this is our purpose, we then believe that our lives have meaning. We can turn ourselves away from being self-centered. We realize that it’s not about us. Our lives are not about ourselves. Our lives are about God. And our purpose is serving him. Showing others who he is. Showing others his glory. Helping them learn about the peace and hope that comes from him. It’s up to us to find out how to best do that. But we can. At work. At home. With our families. With our friends. No matter where we are. We can do this. We can show people who God is. We can show people that in all things, good and bad, there are blessings. Just as we learned out of my serious illness, God has a purpose for us all. Because he loves us. Always has. Always will.

December 22, 2022January 19, 2023

Operation Spring Canyon

Announcing Operation Spring Canyon September 8-11, 2023!

This all expenses paid mountain fishing event will be held at Spring Canyon in Colorado, in the shadows of Mount Princeton. Lodging, meals, guides, gear, licenses, etc. Spin real fishing options available. There are wheelchair accessible fishing options.

Any and all veterans are welcome to apply. Due to the location, altitude, and nature of this event, applicants need to be aware of their physical abilities (applying does not guarantee spot)

Applications due August 11, 2023

To apply go to the Event Application page.

We are planning on 30 guests. Priority will go to veterans first. Remaining spots will be opened up for other guests. Veterans, active-duty personnel, and all others with military experience are welcome to apply.

Spring Canyon Conference Center is the ideal location for this type of event. The serenity in the mountains is perfect. The peace that is felt there is exactly what our veterans need. No doubt it is a part of the creation that everyone needs to experience.

With the size of this event comes a tremendous monetary responsibility. As with all our events, our goal is to provide an all-expenses paid experience. This year we were blessed with almost the entire cost being covered by donations and sponsorships. That will be the goal for next year as well. Any assistance in this area would be appreciated. As with this year, we can ear-mark donations to go directly towards this event that is what the donor would like for us to do. Please remember all donations are tax deductible as we are a 501C3 nonprofit organization.

We look forward to the weekend. We got to experience lives being changed by the Holy Spirit this past September. We fully expect the same to happen.

Join us in the battle against veteran suicide.

We love you all and we thank you for your support.

December 15, 2022December 21, 2022

Answered Prayers!

We want to say thank you for your prayers. Dennis Burr (Charlie 22 Outdoors Veteran/Volunteer) got his results after his prostrate cancer treatment. His PSA numbers were 5.21 BEFORE treatments. Now they are 0.11. Incredible! We serve an amazing God.

We love you all and we thank you for your support.

December 9, 2022December 12, 2022

Operation Auer Bird Valley

Announcing Operation Auer Bird Valley

February 24-26, 2023

All expenses paid pheasant field hunt. Strasburg, Colorado.

Travel, lodging, meals, guides, dogs, tags.

Any and all veterans are welcome to apply.

Due to the nature of this hunt, applicants need to be aware of their physical abilities.

Applications are due by February 10, 2023

To apply go to https://charlie22outdoors.com/

We love you all and we thank you for your support.

December 8, 2022December 12, 2022

Operation Steelhead

Announcing Operation Steelhead

March 16-19, 2023

All expenses paid steelhead fishing. Possibly brown trout as well. Travel, lodging, meals, guide, licenses, equipment, etc.

Fishing on Manistee River.

Based out of Cadillac, Michigan.

Any and all veterans are welcome to apply

Applications are due by February 17, 2023

To apply go to https://charlie22outdoors.com/

We love you all we thank you for your support

December 7, 2022December 12, 2022

Operation Furbearer

Announcing a new event!

Operation Furbearer

January 27-29, 2023

All expenses paid furbearer trapping event

(lodging, meals, etc.).

Learn how to set traps for furbearers on land and in the water.

Participate in two days of running a trapline.

Learn how to skin a furbearer.

Learn how to prepare a pelt for sale.

Faith, fellowship, relaxation, and more.

Any and all veterans are welcome to apply.

Due to the nature of this event, applicants need to be aware of their physical abilities.

You can apply our website.

We love you all and we thank you for your support.

December 6, 2022December 12, 2022

Operation Marsh Madness

The new year is approaching rapidly.

Operation Marsh Madness winter waterfowl and upland bird field hunt will be January 13-15, 2023. We are currently accepting and reviewing hunter applications. Applications are due December 16, 2022. If you, or somebody you know, would like to apply, go to our website and complete the application.

There are many opportunities to serve with us. Volunteers can prep and serve meals, help with preparing hunting grounds, guiding, filming, and other areas. If interested, please complete the volunteer application on our website. Then be watching for updates on needs as they come.

If you are interested in sponsoring a hunter, full sponsorships are $264.00. Please remember our Board of Directors are all volunteers.

If volunteering or sponsoring is not an option for you, please be in prayer over the hunt.

We love you all and we thank you for your support.

December 5, 2022December 12, 2022

Unfortunate News!

Charlie 22 Outdoors has been blessed to be able to develop relationships with several sponsors, volunteers, donors, and other supporters. It has been amazing to watch these relationships form and be maintained.

Several times in the past few months it has been brought to our attention that other individuals/organizations have approached those that we have relationships with. They made contact indicating that we had sent them there to receive some type of support as well. Sometimes even trying to undermine what we sre doing. This is unfortunate. But it is happening. Please understand, that we will never send someone your way without speaking with you first. We feel that is best. If you are ever approached, and unsure of the contact, please reach out and we will be glad to validate the contact for you. We never want you or Charlie 22 to be represented in the wrong manner.

This year has been amazing. The relationships and the support that we are receiving continues to humble us. It truly does. It just means more veterans and their families being served. And we thank you for that.