mountain veteran program

Healing begins in the mountains

Through immersive experiences at Sundance Mountain Resort, veterans living with the lasting impacts of their service step away from the weight of daily life and into a place of renewal. Surrounded by the quiet strength of the mountains, participants reconnect with themselves, with each other, and with a renewed sense of purpose.

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Cost-free, transformative mountain experiences for veterans living with the lasting impacts of their service — at Sundance Mountain Resort, Utah.

Born Out of Need.
Built for Utah Veterans.

Mountain Veteran Program was founded on a simple conviction: that the mountains heal — and that veterans living with service-related injuries deserve that chance.

Set against the iconic landscape of Sundance Mountain Resort, MVP brings the proven power of mountain-based programming to Utah's veteran community, combining therapeutic adventure, adaptive outdoor experiences, and the art and spirit that Sundance is known for.

Here, the healing power of the Wasatch Range meets Sundance’s legacy of art, community, and human storytelling — creating an experience unlike anything else available to veterans and their families.

Our Story

Who We Serve

Veterans

Whether wounds are visible or invisible, our programs are built around you — your pace, your ability level, your story.

Veteran Families & Loved Ones

Every participant brings one guest. Because healing is deeper when someone you love shares the mountain with you.

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Military Caregivers

You've been holding everything together. Summit to Renewal is designed entirely for you — to restore, recharge, and reconnect.

Not sure if you qualify? See eligibility requirements →

Our Programs

❄ WINTER PROGRAMS

Ski. Create. Restore.

Adaptive skiing and snowboarding, art studio sessions, spa wellness, and the rare magic of Night Owling — all accessible to every experience level.

Alpine Skiing  ·  Nordic Skiing  ·  Art Studio  ·  Spa  ·  Night Owling

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☀ SUMMER PROGRAMS

Adventure. Connect. Renew.

White-water rafting, fly fishing, ziplining, horseback riding, yoga, and golf — a summer built for healing, confidence, and community at every ability level.

Rafting  ·  Fly Fishing  ·  Zipline  ·  Horseback  ·  Yoga  ·  Golf

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❄ MONTHLY PROGRAMS

Summit Circle

Summit Circle is Mountain Veteran Program’s community gathering series – a veteran-only, two-hour experience. Designed to foster connection in a relaxed, welcoming setting, each session offers light refreshments, coffee or tea, and a space to build meaningful relationships with fellow veterans.

Last Wednesday of Every Month · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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All programs are multi-day, fully immersive, and provided at no cost to participants.

How It Works

1

Inquire

Submit a short application and verify your service.

2

Get Paired

We'll match you with the right program based on your eligibility, goals, and ability.

3

Prepare

Receive a pre-arrival welcome packet with everything you need.

4

Arrive

Show up. The mountain — and your community — are ready for you.

Small groups of 4–6 veterans and their guests. No experience required. No cost, ever.

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"Every experience is free because someone believed it should be."

How to Get Involved

Mountain Veteran Program relies entirely on the generosity of individuals, families, and organizations who understand what these experiences mean. Your gift funds everything — the mountain, the meals, the moments that change lives.

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For veterans living with the lasting impacts of their service, their families and loved ones, and the caregivers who support them, offering a place to reconnect, restore, and find strength together.

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Volunteer

Mountain Veteran Program relies entirely on the generosity of individuals, families, and organizations who understand what these experiences mean. 

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Donate

Fund a veteran's transformation. Every dollar covers programming, lodging, meals, and mountain access — fully at no cost to participants.

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Sponsor

Corporate and orginizational giving. Partner with MVP to sponsor complete veteran experiences and make a lasting impact in your community.

our Philosophy

"We believe every every injured veteran deserves the chance to find themselves again — in the mountains, with the people who matter most."

Mountain Veteran Program is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit bringing year-round, fully funded outdoor experiences to wounded veterans and their families through the healing landscapes of Sundance, Utah.

Julie, US Army

“I had been stuck in a PTSD and pain loop for years, and something about that week interrupted it and allowed me to feel like myself again. It was true respite, and I’ve already recommended MVP to other veterans because it was exactly what my soul needed.”

John, US Army

“From the moment I arrived, I felt genuinely cared for - like I was being welcomed into a family. What stood out most was the heart behind the program - it didn’t feel like a program at all, but like a place where you truly belong."

Joe, US Army

"I left feeling physically challenged, mentally reset, and grateful to share the experience with my spouse. More than anything, it reminded me that there is still a community out there that genuinely cares.”

Garrison, US Army

“The real impact kicked in after I left - realizing how much an experience like this fills your bucket is unbelievable, and it led me to reflect on life and reconnect with old soldiers. MVP has created something truly special - I’ve already recommended it and would go back in a heartbeat.”

Cody, US Army

“MVP understands that veterans are not inherently broken - rather, outdoor experiences, community, and time in nature can be powerful tools for growth, healing, and renewed purpose."