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Healing through art and nature: Empowering wounded veterans to reclaim peace and manage trauma

Pen & Lens: Crafting Nature’s Narratives

March 26-30th, 2025

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“Thank you! I have a new found passion and dedication to the craft of photography. I look forward to my healing journey with the new skills and knowledge. By far one of the best experiences and weeks of my life!”

Sandi Braunstein, US Army

“Thank you for being amazing. You started me on my path to healing.”

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NSV Programs 2025

Pen & Lens Writing Workshop March 25-30 2025

Lens & Pen: Crafting Nature’s Narratives Ely, MN: Embark on a transformative journey through the power of nature and storytelling. This is a unique 3-day workshop is an immersive experience that combines the therapeutic benefits of nature with the expressive potential of writing and photography.

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Photography Workshop Sept 2025

No photo experience or equipment required! Our experts provide the equipment and training for photography. Sunset photography, wildlife (Wolf and Bear Centers), night sky photography, nature photography and more are all part of Ely, MN experience. The perfect opportunity to share experiences with your brothers and sisters.