Our Mission
The Travis Mills Foundation supports post-9/11 recalibrated veterans and their families through various programs that help these heroic men and women overcome physical and emotional obstacles, strengthen their families, and provide well-deserved rest and relaxation.
We support these veterans through our nationally recognized retreat located in the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine. Veteran families who have been injured in active duty or as a result of their service to our nation receive an all-inclusive, all-expenses-paid, barrier-free experience in Maine where they participate in adaptive activities, bond with other veteran families, and enjoy much-needed rest and relaxation in Maine’s outdoors.
What is a recalibrated veteran?
SSG Travis Mills coined the term “recalibrated veteran” after he lost portions of all of his limbs in an IED explosion while serving our country in Afghanistan. He was injured and healed; he didn’t want to be called a “wounded warrior” – his wounds had healed. Instead, he referred to himself as recalibrated. He adjusted to his new normal; he recalibrated.
Who is Recalibrated?
The word “Recalibrated” is used at the Travis Mills Foundation to describe a change in thinking. Recalibrated is used to describe a veteran with life-changing injuries. The term is also applied to students in Warrior PATHH who transform struggle into strength and learn to thrive in the aftermath of trauma by achieving Post-Traumatic Growth; they, along with the men and women who attend our Caregiver Program, are also recalibrated, as is any individual who embraces this mindset.
Activities and Programs We Offer
- Culinary Arts (Cooking Courses, Baking)
- Guest Chefs
- Martial Arts (Self Defense)
- Challenge Ropes Course
- Cycling
- Horseback Riding
- Shooting Sports
- Hiking
- Golfing
- Massage therapy
- Ice Fishing
- Yoga
- Archery
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
- Boating
- Fly Fishing
- Bass Fishing
- Guided Fishing Trips
- Pottery
- Painting
- Snowshoeing
We've Served
(including Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and Canada)
We invite you to learn more about our retreat and programs, events, and resources offered to veterans. Contact the Travis Mills Foundation to learn more!
