Today, all across the country, people are taking time to reflect and remember the horrific events of 9/11 that forever changed our nation. To all the families who lost their loved ones, you are in our thoughts and prayers. To all the heroes who sacrificed so much on that day–the days, the months, and the years to follow– working to protect the freedoms we all enjoy, we give you our heartfelt thanks.

TEAM RIVER RUNNER is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) charitable organization with chapters all across the nation. Our mission is to provide adaptive paddling programs as a means of health and healing for our Wounded Warriors and Disabled Veterans.

In a nationwide effort to show our support, TEAM RIVER RUNNER chapters all across the nation – from sea to sea – participated in “United We Paddle” events as a means of remembrance and to show our support for all the people who were impacted by the events of 9/11.

The TEAM RIVER RUNNER – Blue Ridge~Shenandoah Chapter sponsored a Paddle/Picnic at Walnut Creek Park in Charlottesville, VA. We were blessed with a beautiful day on the water, great food, and fellowship. We had 19 participants at our event.

We are grateful for all the opportunities to spend meaningful time on the water with our country’s wounded warriors, disabled veterans and their families. Thank you to all who the individuals and families who attended. Special thanks to our instructors, our volunteers and the businesses who supported us making our “United We Paddle” event a big success!