Empowering Veterans Through Adventure and Community
Veterans Exploration Therapy empowers veterans, service members, and families to explore the wilderness and therapeutic pathways through outdoor recreation.
Helping Veterans to Heal Through Adventure and Discovery
At Veterans Exploration Therapy, we use adventure as a catalyst to reach veterans who fall through the cracks of the traditional system.
We are committed to providing transformative outdoor experiences with like minded individuals to support every healing journey and prove to veterans and their families that there is a reason to wake up tomorrow.
Veterans & Family Members Served
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Our Mission
Empowering veterans, service members, and families to explore the wilderness and therapeutic pathways through outdoor recreation.
Our Vision
To provide a community of support for veterans seeking growth and healing with family and friends in the outdoors.
Who Are We
Veterans Exploration Therapy is a Colorado-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to supporting veterans and their families.
Bringing the Mental Health Crisis to the Frontlines
Veterans are facing an alarming mental health crisis, with over 125,000 lives lost to suicide since 2001.
This staggering number surpasses all combat deaths since Vietnam, highlighting the urgent need for support. VET is committed to changing this narrative through community, resilience, and outdoor adventure.
Combat vs. Suicide
Over 140,000 veterans have taken their own lives since 2001.
Increased Risk of Suicide
Veterans are 57% more likely to die by suicide than the general population.
Daily Veteran Suicides
It’s estimated that 22 veterans die by suicide every day.
Check Out Upcoming Events
Connect, learn, and thrive together through outdoor adventures.
Sunset Paddle Boarding at Evergreen Lake
July 25, 2026
Join V.E.T. for an evening of standup paddleboarding at Evergreen Lake.
Overnight White-Water Rafting & Camping in Kremmling
August 7, 2026
Join Veterans Exploration Therapy (V.E.T.) in partnership with the National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) for an immersive, multi-day wilderness experience.
Sailing at Boulder Reservoir
August 10, 2026
Set sail with V.E.T.! Join us for a beginner-friendly evening of sailing at Boulder Reservoir in partnership with Community Sailing of Colorado.
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Rock Climbing at Hobbs Peak
August 15, 2026
Scale new heights! Join V.E.T. and Denver Outdoor Recreation for an exciting, beginner-friendly public day of rock climbing at Hobbs Peak.
Sunset Paddle Boarding at Evergreen Lake
August 23, 2026
Unwind on the water! Join V.E.T. and Denver Outdoor Recreation for a serene public sunset paddle boarding session at Evergreen Lake.
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Canyoneering and Backpacking for Veterans
September 18, 2026
A transformative journey through the red rocks. Join V.E.T. and the Colorado Outward Bound School for a 100% free wilderness expedition in Utah.
Rediscovering Your Badass Self
Each veteran has a different story—but every veteran is resilient. Through a combination of adventure and therapy, we bring hope back to the ones who risked their lives only to be left living with PTSD, trauma, and isolation.
"I know, everybody's coming from a similar background, so it's easy to jump right into stuff. It's something I definitely miss in the civilian world."
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