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Who We Are

We are a community of Veterans. We fought in Iraq. We fought in Afghanistan. We fought all over the Middle East. Some of us even fought in Vietnam. We have lived through the hardships of service and know the struggles that come after. We carry PTSD, we are in recovery, and we push through the lasting effects of physical injuries.

In the military, we learned to be more than just teammates. We became family. We built unbreakable bonds, trusting each other with our lives. But when service ends, that sense of belonging is harder to find. The walls we built to survive don’t come down quickly, and stepping outside our comfort zones can feel impossible.

At Disconnect to Reconnect, we understand that healing starts with connection. Dropping our barriers and putting ourselves out there is not easy, but it’s necessary. Through adventure and recreation, we make new connections and rebuild the sense of brotherhood and sisterhood we once had.

We create opportunities for Veterans to break free from isolation and rediscover strength through mountain biking, backpacking, snowboarding, skiing, camping, and so many more outdoor activities. We provide a community where Veterans support each other, challenge themselves, and experience the healing power of nature together. We remove barriers so every veteran can access these experiences. We are forging a new path to wellness through adventure, fitness, camaraderie, and shared challenges.


Meet the Team

MEET THE TEAM

Executive Director

United States Marine Corps Veteran

Casey White

I am married to my best friend Hailey Michelle White and currently live in Orangevale California. I served from 2008 to 2013 in the Marine Corps Deploying to Iraq (OIF) and Afghanistan (OEF)...

Secretary

United States Marine Corps Veteran

William Condon

I live in Orangevale California with my wife and kids. I served in the Marines from 2002-2006 where I deployed to Iraq in support of OIF I & II...

Treasurer

United States Navy Veteran

Austin Sihoe

I enlisted into the United States Navy in 2002 after the tragic events of 9/11...

President

United States Air Force Veteran

Veda Hart

I currently live in Sacramento, CA, with my wife, Kait. I served in the United States Air Force from 2010 to 2019 as a medic, completing multiple combat tours in Afghanistan...

Board Member

United States Air Force Veteran

Jeff Meehl

I served in the USAF from 1994 to 2014. I retired as a Master Sergeant and spent my last 3 years as a First Sergeant...

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