Shredding adversity: surfing helps wounded warriors recover

Service members often encounter physical, psychological and emotional adversity when protecting their country's freedom. The injuries sustained both on and off duty require recovery in many forms – including physical competitions, religious programs, community outreach opportunities, behavioral health and more. Some may only need a surfboard and a wave to ride.

Veterans, recovering service members and their loved ones attended the 12th annual Operation Amped Surf Camp at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Aug. 17-19. Thirteen wounded, ill or injured service members attended the three-day event,...