OPFOB Concert for Heroes: Helping stop soldier suicide
The mission is to create and foster positive experiences for these local heroes by connecting through outdoor and recreational activities, creating an alliance through peer engagement in a comfortable and relaxed environment. These various forms of recreation, along with a newfound camaraderie, have been proven ways of helping our veterans deal with PTSD and other demons they may be facing from the scars of battle.
OPFOB Founder JR Brown talked to WSAV's Andrew Davis on First News at 4 about OPFOB's mission and how you can help.
OPFOB is hosting a benefit concert in support of this mission on April 26 at OPFOB. The headliner will be country music star Clay Walker along with special guests Chris Cagle, and local legend Chris Jones.
OPFOB has TWO exclusive opportunities to meet and spend time with an American legend — Army veteran, six-time UFC Champion, and actor Randy Couture.
All proceeds help fund our mission of helping veterans and first responders.
The concert will be held on 328 Lakeview Drive in Ridgeland, S.C. General admission is $50. The show will last from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Click here to learn more.
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