TF143 | Big Sky, MT
A note from the Task Force Director…
Task Force 143 was an excellent culmination of great weather, great activities and camaraderie. Our group of 5 recipients and 4 volunteers embarked on a 6 day adventure that consisted of skiing/snowboarding, snowmobiling and fostering a sense of brotherhood.
Day one after arrival was filled with a “bluebird” day with a few inches of powder at Big Sky Resort ripping around the mountain. A delightful dinner and heartfelt conversation in the generously donated home was an excellent start to the week.
Day two also provided another beautiful day with some fresh snow. After tearing around another part of the mountain, we were rewarded with an amazing dinner at the renowned Lone Mountain Ranch followed by more thoughtful conversation back at the house.
On day three we changed gears and went snowmobiling and once again relished in the sun and the breathtaking views Montana has to offer. We challenged ourselves mentally and physically and had a blast wrestling the machines around. A wonderful homemade dinner was provided to us by a generous donor, after which we enjoyed our nightly conversation around the fire, the trust and friendship deepening daily.
Our last full day greeted us with spring-like conditions for our final day of skiing. Our day was topped off by a trip up the tram as a team. It is truly humbling to be at the top of a mountain with the very people who continue to provide us with the freedoms to do such things.
I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank our recipients and all of their mates for the everlasting impact that I have felt since being a part of this organization. It is such an honor to spend such a fulfilling week with the you and get to share a small part of what Montana is all about.
Respectfully,
Matt Hoskins
TF143 Director
Volunteers to Thank:
Matt Hoskins, Task Force Director
Jeff Wolfgang, Assistant Task Force Director
Charlie Johnson
Craig Francis
Patriots to Thank:
Ascend Properties
Big Sky Resort
Lone Mountain Ranch
Canyon Adventures
Peak Skis
Mountain Sol Massage
Big Sky Natural Health
FlasKap
The Auto Inn
Outdoor Research
Melissa Ferraro
ANTHEM Snacks//LMNT//Wild Society Coffee
“Thank you to the donors who provided an opportunity to take my foot off the gas for a week and truly decompress from the stress of our profession.
Your support and dedication to myself, my teammates, and my family positively impacts us more than you know.
-J.”
“To the generous donors, I wanted to extend my deepest gratitude for your contribution to this organization. Because of your support, some of the finest American and Allied service members, as well as program volunteers I’ve ever had the pleasure to meet, were able to create lasting memories and form an unbreakable brotherhood.
Your donation not only gave a small group of Special Operations personnel a well-deserved break, but it also allowed us to connect in a powerful way after so many years of demanding service.
Thank you for being a vital part of this life-changing experience.
-M.”
“BSB Family,
I am profoundly grateful for the opportunity to attend the life-changing experience provided by the BSB team. You could not ask for a better group of people to spend the week with in one of the most beautiful places on earth.
This program perfectly balances the opportunity to disconnect from the high-stress demands of our military careers, connect with like-minded individuals, challenge ourselves through unforgettable experiences, and engage in much-needed reflection.
Our time in the mountains of Montana brought me a profound sense of peace, while the thought-provoking questions and discussions each evening motivated me to return home as a better teammate, father, and husband.
Despite a week of being challenged physically and mentally, I departed feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, ready to tackle the next chapter of my life.
I would be remiss if I did not extend my gratitude to our group of volunteers who made this trip one of the most incredible experiences of my life. Matt, Craig, Jeff, Charlie, and the entire BSB team - your dedication to making this experience seamless and impactful was truly world-class. Thank you.
It is humbling to know that such a dedicated group of patriots is committed to providing such impactful experiences to members of the SOF community. Knowing there are great Americans like you supporting us makes our daily sacrifices all the more worthwhile.
-T.”
