STAY IRREVERENT, DALLAS

DALLAS, TX

Dallas Events

MEET YOUR COORDINATOR

Jerry Neel

US Navy

I started doing Silkies in 2019 when I was still in Arizona. I was a regular visitor to “1912 Brewing” in Tucson and the owner (a Marine of course) told me about these Vet hikes where everyone wore short shorts and talked smack to each other as they walked for a few hours on a Saturday. I like short shorts AND Vets so my curiosity was piqued and in October 2019 I did my first Silkies in Tucson, talked a couple of my Air Force buddies into joining me. I knew I had stumbled onto something special and was impressed by how Luis Vasquez had put it together. What an absolute blast. Moved to Dallas in 2020, attended the DFW hikes and then in 2023 actually got involved with helping.
I’m an avid reader and enjoy staying in shape (so the Silkies fit a little better).  I’m a Navy vet and my son is currently Navy (he joined me for Galveston this year as his first hike).  Once you’ve left active duty there’s an itch between your shoulder blades to be scratched and IW provides that back scratcher for those hard-to-reach places. I’m honored to be able to help where I can.

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WARRIOR VOICES

“The Irreverent Warriors network has saved my sanity and life on numerous occasions…”

Jon, USMC

“The Irreverent Warriors network pulled me out of a dark place and gave me a safe space to talk about my issues.”

Kayla, USAF

“Being involved with Irreverent Warriors helped me to focus on helping others and not dwell on the negative side of what I was dealing with at home.”

Mari, USN

“It was amazing, and I can’t wait for my next hike!””

Anonymous

“For the longest time, I was lost. I had no purpose, no drive, no joy in life. Irreverent Warriors has become my family.”

Andrew, USMC

“Irreverent Warriors pulled me in when I felt like an outcast. Even when I wanted to be, they never once let me feel alone.”

Corey, USMC

“I attended one hike and saw how even if I felt alone, I wasn’t. I found great friends that I consider family.”

Brendan, USMC

“Irreverent Warriors is that brother and sisterhood that I thought I would get while I was in.”

 Aaron, USMC Aaron, USMC

“The demons don’t go away, but they’re easier to face when you have back up.”

Danielle, USAF

“IW saved my life by giving me a family of people who understand and care about me.”

Nicholas

“Seeing IW in action is empowering and amps up my motivation to make sure my friends/shipmates are really doing okay.”

Sarah, USN

“The Irreverent Warriors network has saved my sanity and life on numerous occasions…”

Jon, USMC

“The Irreverent Warriors network pulled me out of a dark place and gave me a safe space to talk about my issues.”

Kayla, USAF

“Being involved with Irreverent Warriors helped me to focus on helping others and not dwell on the negative side of what I was dealing with at home.”

Mari, USN

“It was amazing, and I can’t wait for my next hike!””

Anonymous

“For the longest time, I was lost. I had no purpose, no drive, no joy in life. Irreverent Warriors has become my family.”

Andrew, USMC

“Irreverent Warriors pulled me in when I felt like an outcast. Even when I wanted to be, they never once let me feel alone.”

Corey, USMC

“I attended one hike and saw how even if I felt alone, I wasn’t. I found great friends that I consider family.”

Brendan, USMC

“Irreverent Warriors is that brother and sisterhood that I thought I would get while I was in.”

 Aaron, USMC Aaron, USMC

“The demons don’t go away, but they’re easier to face when you have back up.”

Danielle, USAF

“IW saved my life by giving me a family of people who understand and care about me.”

Nicholas

“Seeing IW in action is empowering and amps up my motivation to make sure my friends/shipmates are really doing okay.”

Sarah, USN

All The Ways You Can Help

Donations don’t have to be monetary. If you are looking for more ways to help, consider donating your time towards an event. View our events page or email us. Many events are organized by volunteer veterans on Facebook.

You can also donate directly to our chapter, purchase gear or sponsor a Veteran attending the event.

We are incredibly grateful for your donations and support, and guarantee it aids in saving veterans lives EVERY day. We are a public charity, with 501(c)3 tax exemption. Your donations are tax-deductible. The tax ID number is 47-4789126.

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