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A Family Hike & Community Gathering for Veterans
Join us at Fort Harrison State Park for a day of community connection, a family‑friendly winter hike, and meaningful time with fellow veterans and their families. Heart of a Warrior is about slowing down, getting outside together, and strengthening the bonds that carry us forward.
This event is proudly led by Russell, with support from the Warriors in Nature Project team.
📍 Saturday Main Event Details
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Fort Harrison State Park
Address: 6000 North Post Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216
Meeting Location: Delaware Lake Parking Area
Event Type: Winter family hike & community gathering
🥾 Heart of a Warrior Family Hike
This hike is designed to be family‑paced, inclusive, and welcoming for all ages and abilities.
⏰ Schedule & Activities10:00 – 10:30 AM
Arrival & Check‑In
10:20 AM
Opening Circle
Welcome, mission overview, and safety review
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Family Hike Begins
~11:15 AM
Mid‑Hike Pause & Group Photo
1:00 PM
Closing Circle & Community Time
(Location: Delaware Lake area or nearby shelter)
🔥 Make It a Weekend: Friday Night Camping
BIG NEWS: We’re hosting pre‑event camping on Friday night, and we encourage participants to join us to maximize connection and community time.
Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
Arrival Time: 6:00 PM
Campground: Fort Harrison Campground
Overnight Lead: Brandon
Friday Night Activities
🏕️ Reserve Your Campsite
Campsites must be reserved individually through the state park system:
Reserve your campsite here
💚 What to Bring
🤝 Who Should Attend
🌲 Why Heart of a Warrior
Nature has a powerful way of grounding us, reconnecting us, and reminding us we’re not alone. Heart of a Warrior creates space for veterans and families to move together, share stories, and build lasting community—one step at a time.
We can’t wait to see you on the trail.
Join us at Fort Harrison State Park for a day of community connection, a family‑friendly winter hike, and meaningful time with fellow veterans and their families. Heart of a Warrior is about slowing down, getting outside together, and strengthening the bonds that carry us forward.
This event is proudly led by Russell, with support from the Warriors in Nature Project team.
📍 Saturday Main Event Details
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Fort Harrison State Park
Address: 6000 North Post Road, Indianapolis, IN 46216
Meeting Location: Delaware Lake Parking Area
Event Type: Winter family hike & community gathering
🥾 Heart of a Warrior Family Hike
This hike is designed to be family‑paced, inclusive, and welcoming for all ages and abilities.
- Trail: Fall Creek Trail
- Estimated Distance: 1.5 – 2.5 miles
- Estimated Duration: Approximately 2.5 – 3 hours
⏰ Schedule & Activities10:00 – 10:30 AM
Arrival & Check‑In
10:20 AM
Opening Circle
Welcome, mission overview, and safety review
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Family Hike Begins
~11:15 AM
Mid‑Hike Pause & Group Photo
1:00 PM
Closing Circle & Community Time
(Location: Delaware Lake area or nearby shelter)
🔥 Make It a Weekend: Friday Night Camping
BIG NEWS: We’re hosting pre‑event camping on Friday night, and we encourage participants to join us to maximize connection and community time.
Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
Arrival Time: 6:00 PM
Campground: Fort Harrison Campground
Overnight Lead: Brandon
Friday Night Activities
- Secure campsite and set up basecamp
- Campfire gathering
- Welcome early arrivals
- Potential Fire Building Class with Bushcraft (pending confirmation)
🏕️ Reserve Your Campsite
Campsites must be reserved individually through the state park system:
Reserve your campsite here
💚 What to Bring
- Weather‑appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear
- Water and snacks
- Camping gear (if staying overnight)
- An open heart and willingness to connect
🤝 Who Should Attend
- Veterans of all eras
- Veteran families and children
- Supporters of the veteran community
🌲 Why Heart of a Warrior
Nature has a powerful way of grounding us, reconnecting us, and reminding us we’re not alone. Heart of a Warrior creates space for veterans and families to move together, share stories, and build lasting community—one step at a time.
We can’t wait to see you on the trail.