The families we serve
Every trip starts with a nomination. Every story below represents a family whose lives were touched by Montana's outdoors and the generosity of our outfitter community.
Veteran · 2025
Mike
Montana adventure
A retired Green Beret from Florida, Mike and his family joined Big Hearts on a weeklong adventure with Swan Mountain Outfitters
Veteran · 2025
Marty
Elk Hunt
Two-time Purple Heart recipient, Marty, along with his wife and two sons, enjoyed a fully guided elk hunt at West Creek Ranch, a day at Yellowstone National Park, and a relaxing visit to Chico Hot Springs.
Family · 2025
Zach
Montana adventure
Zach is a local Navy veteran who, joined by his brother who is also a veteran, went on a backcountry hunting trip with Broken Hart Adventures in November 2025
Child · 2025
Sophie
Dude Ranch Adventure
Sophie has been living with an inoperable tumor that was diagnosed when she was just 3 years old. Along with her parents and big sister, she spent 4 days on a Dude Ranch adventure with Upper Canyon Outfitters.
Child · 2025
Ryker
Elk Hunt
Ryker is a 14-year-old from Washington who was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in 2021 and had always dreamed of coming to Montana. In February, he joined Big Hearts on a shoulder elk hunt with his parents and sister at Big Spring Ranch in Laurel, MT
First Responder · 2025
Lewis
Elk Hunt
A state trooper and veteran who was critically injured in the line of duty enjoyed a five-day Montana elk hunt with his family in October 2025.
Veteran · 2025
Jeff
Montana adventure
Jeff is a Montana Army National Guard veteran who spent 4 days with his wife at Rich's Montana Guest Ranch.