Rivers of Recovery provides combat veterans that may suffer from physical or psychological injuries of war with a rehabilitative treatment that is both enjoyable and effective. The Rivers of Recovery program utilizes the outdoors and fishing over a four-day trip to help veterans overcome limitations whether it be mental or physical.

There are many injuries of war and not all of them are always visible. Some combat veterans suffer from anxiety that may keep them from getting out and enjoying hobbies they use to enjoy. Injured veterans may feel that they aren't able to participate in the hobbies they use to enjoy before being injured. Much like CrossFit, through the Rivers of Recovery program, participants gain the "I Can" and "No Excuses" mindset. Rivers of Recovery is dedicated to the longevity of the Veteran's well being and becomes another family to enjoy in times of success and lean on in times of struggle.

Rivers of Recovery is a non-profit 501c3 organization that specializes in the rehabilitation of combat veterans suffering with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), minor Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), stress, anxiety and depression. Levi Crawford came to me in mid 2017 and discussed the possibility of my CrossFit affiliate partnering up with Rivers of Recovery. After a few meetings we got the idea transitioned down to paper and went from there. Now we are more than happy to say that CrossFit Cathal is a proud supporter of Rivers of Recovery. Beginning January 2018, a percentage of the proceeds from our CrossFit Foundations Course will be donated monthly to Rivers of Recovery in an effort to help year-round funding to support guided outdoor recreational activities for veterans suffering with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), minor Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), stress, anxiety and depression or any psychological or physical disability. I have always had the utmost respect for the men and women who put on our country’s uniform, bearing the weight of the American Flag and our country on their right arm. They believe in being part of something greater than themselves.