U.P. Vets Served

Our friends with the Oscar G. Johnson VA Caregiver Support Program are holding the VA Caregiver Resource Fair, an opportunity to learn about the wealth of resources available to Caregivers and families of veterans from the VA and other community agencies.

There will be resources, wellness activities, and refreshments!

June 23, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
At the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center, Room 5150
Located at 325 E H St. in Iron Mountain, MI

Please note: This event is not hosted by SAIL Disability Network of the UP. For more information, please contact the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center.
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UP Vets Served/Camp Josh Fishing Weekend in Ontonagon

Join UP Vets Served and fellow UP veterans for a free relaxed and accessible weekend of fishing, food, nature, games, mindfulness, and comradery at Camp Josh!

Fish caught will be cleaned by Camp Josh and can be sent home with participants.

Poles and bait are provided for use during the event, but feel free to bring your own!

All UP veterans and their immediate family members are welcome.

Free lodging available for out-of-towners, but lodging space is limited.

You must call Tim at 906-936-0908 or email [email protected] to sign up for this event by July 8th.
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A message from our friends at the Marquette County Veterans Affairs Transportation Program:

"Volunteer Drivers Needed.

By April 29th, the driver pool will drop from 14 to 4.

Help us keep veterans connected to critical medical care.

In 2026, our volunteers have already
- Provided 247 rides to VA Appointments
- Supported 63 veterans, including long-distance trips to Iron Mountain, Green Bay, and Milwaukee

Volunteer Requirements:
- Valid Michigan driver's license
- Clean driving record
- Tier 1 federal background check (no cost)
- VA physical, fingerprinting, and training
- Compassion and reliability

Call 906-373-6191 or email [email protected]

Even one day makes a difference."

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We’d appreciate your input to help UP Vets Served plan free, accessible recreation events that best serve Upper Peninsula veterans by filling out this brief, 12-question survey!

UPVS Interest Survey We'd appreciate your input to help UP Vets Served plan free, accessible recreation events