Why 23 Veterans a Day Inspires the Tournament
The daily loss of 23 veterans to suicide drives the purpose and spirit of the feral hog tournament in Acadiana.
September 16, 2026 · Read it
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Sharing the Harvest: How to Donate Wild Game Properly
A guide for hunters and volunteers on safely and respectfully donating game to those in need.
September 5, 2026 · Read it
How Hero Hunts Reconnects Veterans to the Outdoors
A look at the ways Hero Hunts helps veterans who have stopped going outside find purpose and community in the field.
September 4, 2026 · Read it
Where Your Tournament Entry Fee Goes: The Role of Fredrick Hebert VFW Post 4158
Your entry fee supports a VFW post that funds veteran assistance, community outreach, and hog‑control programs in Acadiana.
September 1, 2026 · Read it
Why Every Hunting Team Needs a Veteran Partner
Including a veteran on each team strengthens the hunt, supports mental health, and helps control Louisiana’s feral hog problem.
August 28, 2026 · Read it
From the Field to the Freezer: Turning a Harvested Hog into a Meal
A step‑by‑step look at how a hog taken on a volunteer hunt ends up feeding families through local food banks in Acadiana.
August 25, 2026 · Read it