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The Highground will participate in a Firebase Victory Vietnam Reenactment (1956-73) and Exhibit at Camp Victory July 16-17, 2022. The event is free and open to the public on Saturday, July 16 from 9am–4pm with a full day of operations and a “Vietnam Experience” exhibition by Historic Military Impressions. A static display of a Vietnam War UH-1H…

The Highground is set to host another spectacular, admission-free fireworks display on Saturday, June 25 beginning at dusk. With the support of Kevin & Joyce Witt and the Neillsville Fire Department, attendees will not be disappointed. The community is invited to bring their chairs or blankets and join The Highground on the Plaza for a celebration of freedom.…

Over 250 riders from Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota and as far as Florida rallied for the 12th Annual Honor Ride to Honor the Fallen on Memorial Day. For their planning expertise and guidance along scenic routes, The Highground is tremendously grateful to the volunteer ride leaders: Bill Flemal of Appleton, Dominic Anderson of Richland Center, Del Scanlon…

The Highground will host another Family PTS Support Group Meeting on Sunday, June 26 at 2pm. Families, Veterans and the public are invited to attend the gathering to obtain resources and information about the prevention of Veteran suicide and de-stigmatizing post-traumatic stress (PTS). Guest speakers will be: Carole Ewald, Community and Engagement Partnerships Coordinator for the Office of Integrated…

Saturday, May 21 brought hundreds of guests to The Highground for Honor Stone Ceremonies, the Vietnam Veteran Reunion with Huey flight and the annual Spring Bake Sale. The Highground’s “Sweet Platoon” never ceases to amaze and brought a delicious array of baked goods ranging from pies to gluten-free puppy chow mix.   The Highground is truly grateful for…

The Highground, the Willard Well and several supporters, including musician Victoria Shoemaker (of “Virginia Steel”), are offering military Veterans the opportunity to learn how to play acoustic guitar. The program is designed to help them gain skills to bring joy that accompanies creativity to their lives and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow Veterans through the process. The Vets…

The Highground Veterans Memorial Park, located in Neillsville WI, transfers ownership and management of Camp Victory, located in Willard WI, to Camp Victory Inc., a newly formed 501(c)(3) created in response to the growing need for Veterans programs and recovery that focus on helping the Veterans health, both mental and physical, as well as their families…

The public is encouraged to come to The Highground this coming Sunday, June 5 to welcome the Old Glory Honor Flight Motor Coach of Korean War Veterans as they arrive for a day of honor and recognition. The group is scheduled to arrive at the Park at 10:30AM and a warm welcome by way of…

A Vietnam War Veterans Reunion will be held at The Highground Veterans Memorial Park near Neillsville on Saturday, May 21 from noon – 5pm.  Vietnam Veterans and families are invited to join the informal gathering. In addition to providing an opportunity for Vietnam Veterans to meet and share stories, there will be a lunch served and a…

With the help of patriotic motorcyclists, The Highground will host its 12th Annual Honor Ride and Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 30. In observance of Memorial Day, a recording of over 2,000 Wisconsin men and women who have given their lives in service to our country will be heard throughout the Park beginning at…