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X-WR-CALNAME:IW Vincennes Silkies Hike
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DESCRIPTION:So why silkies? Why hikes? Because they break down barriers. Fo
 r those with an infantry background\, you know how hard it is to bring tog
 ether a group of strong-willed\,competitive veterans without the immediate
  posturing\, one-upping\, or sizing each other up. But when you put everyo
 ne in silkies\, the ridiculously short\, silky PT shorts worn in recruit t
 raining\, those walls come down instantly (just like in bootcamp). It’s 
 impossible to take yourself too seriously in silkies. You laugh. You recon
 nect with the part of yourself that feels joy\, humor\, and camaraderie...
  things that might have felt lost in the fog of post-service life. For man
 y veterans\, this is the first step out of isolation\, the first time in y
 ears they’ve felt truly connected again. It’s a Disneyland experience 
 for veterans\, a day where they can drop their guard\, be themselves\, and
  remember what it feels like to belong to a tribe.\n\nAlthough the start p
 oint is 5 minutes across the bridge in Illinois this hike (urban hike/walk
 ) will come across the historic George Rogers Clark Bridge and then take i
 n the city of Vincennes\, Indiana during the Urban Hike. This is not an at
 hletic event and suitable typically for all age of Veterans and abilities 
 (but if you are concerned please check with your Doctor). Our event is ADA
  friendly. We will have stops approximately every mile to refresh\, connec
 t\, and make the miles matter. This Hike element is Veteran only and we lo
 ok forward to Hiking with all our Brothers and Sisters\, regardless what b
 ranch and era\, you are safe here.
LOCATION:20272 State Rt 33 E\, Lawrenceville\, IL 47591
SUMMARY:IW Vincennes Silkies Hike
URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.in.gov/event/iw-vincennes-silkies-hike
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