Empowering Veterans Through Nature: How Nature Worx and the Chesapeake Bay Trust Are Making an Impact

At Nature Worx, we’ve seen firsthand how time spent in nature can be transformative. Thanks to support from the Chesapeake Bay Trust’s Veterans Engagement Grant Program, we’ve been able to expand our work, bringing the healing power of the outdoors to those who have served our country.

Through guided nature therapy sessions, veterans experience reduced stress, improved mental well-being, and a renewed sense of connection—to themselves, to each other, and to the natural world. These sessions provide a space for mindfulness, resilience-building, and personal reflection, helping veterans develop new coping strategies while also fostering a deeper appreciation for the environment.

The partnership between Nature Worx and the Chesapeake Bay Trust is built on a shared belief that nature can be both a healer and a source of empowerment. As veterans find peace and restoration in the outdoors, many also become advocates for protecting and preserving the land and waterways around them.

We are proud to be part of this important work and grateful to the Chesapeake Bay Trust for making it possible. To watch a 90-second video about this initiative, click here.