Brigid O'Donoghue

Founder/CEO, United Special Sportsman Alliance (USSA) • 501(c)(3) Charity • 19,000+ Kids' and Vets’ FREE Outdoor Dreams Fulfilled Since 2000

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Aimee, the mother of a 5-year-old daughter said, "One of the best moments was seeing the pure joy on my daughter Juliette's face as she reeled in her first fish with help from fisherman Lewis Miller." God bless! #childswish #ussa #fishingislife #DisabilityInclusion

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Seven-year-old brother catches a sunfish on his first try for his sister in Heaven! God bless! #childswish #ussa #childswish #ussa #fishing #fishinglife #outdoors #DisabilityInclusion #fishingday #thisisfishing #cancer #oneida

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Peyton's radiant smile spoke volumes about his passion for his first time fishing. God bless! #childswish #ussa #fishing #fishinglife #outdoors #DisabilityInclusion #fishingday #thisisfishing @kaf_fishing @BlueCollarFishn @alabamafishing

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

It's heartwarming to witness children catching their first fish while enjoying the sport we love. Fishermen who dedicate their time, skills, and care for others embody the true spirit of sportsmanship. #childswish #ussa #fishingislife @kidsthatfish

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Patience pays off for first-time hunter battling leukemia. God bless! #childswish #deerhunting #hunting #outdoors #outdoorlife #inclusion #Diversity #Texas #whatgetsyououtdoors #bigbucks #whitetaildeer

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Vet helps Purple HeartVet Bag Big Bear! Congratulations to Roger for bagging a massive bear, and most importantly, thank you for your service in defending our nation's freedom! God bless! #childswish #ussa #hunting #Veterans #outdoors

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Seeing the fish emerge from the water, Caleb exclaimed, "Oh my goodness, this is huge! This has to be a redfish." God bless! #childswish #ussa #fishing #fishinglife #outdoors #DisabilityInclusion #fishingday #thisisfishing

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Caleb was thrilled when catching and reeling a fish; his joy was indescribable. He even wanted to take his prized fish home and have it mounted. God bless! #childswish #ussa #fishing #fishinglife #outdoors #DisabilityInclusion

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Catching her first fish was a thrilling experience for Katelynn. Captain Alex and first mate were kind and accommodating, which made their trip a success. God bless! #childswish #ussa #fishing #fishinglife #outdoors #DisabilityInclusion

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Seeing the joy on his face was heartwarming, especially when they had two fish on different rods at once. The sound of the catfish brought into the boat was one of his favorite parts of fishing. God bless! #childswish #ussa #fishing #fishinglife #outdoors #DisabilityInclusion

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

The action began with a massive catch as Khloie, only 13 years old, successfully caught a 47-pound catfish. "As she began to reel it in, I remember her saying, "This is hard!!!" I told her that's because it's a big fish!" God bless! #childswish #ussa #fishing

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

"To reel in the fish, his guide JR, had to move the fishing pole to the side of the boat so James could sit down to get enough strength, then he worked hard reeling it in. God bless! #childswish #ussa #fishing #fishinglife #thisisfishing #takemefishing

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Maximo, a veteran of the Army, and his family experienced their first fishing trip on a boat. They caught seven fish, and the biggest catfish weighed 40 pounds. #childswish #ussa #FishingGirls #Veterans #fishing

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

‘Record Book’ Weekend!
With snowy weather in Wisconsin and extremely high winds, USSA turkey hunters were able to harvest their turkeys at an incredible rate! Over the weekend, 31 gobblers were taken by 36 special hunters, which translates into an 86% success rate! God bless!

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Thirty-seven excited kids and vets will venture outdoors early tomorrow morning to bag an elusive wild turkey under the guidance of their devoted mentors! These special hunts will take place in Illinois and Wisconsin. God bless!

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Free USSA turkey hunts in Tennessee for children 8 to 16 with a disability. If you know a child who has not been turkey hunting and is interested, please send a private message or email to: [email protected]
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#childwish #ussa #turkeyhunting #turkeyseason #springturkey

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Bear Hunters Help Down Syndrome Girl Down a Bear. Congratulations to Kate on her trophy bear and the beautiful memories and camaraderie shared with her family and new hunting buddies! God bless! #childswish #ussa #hunting @OutdoorsTooth @swamper2018 @TheBigGameHunt

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Mother and Daughter Beat Cancer and Bag Trophy Red Stag! God bless! #childswish #ussa #huntinglife #cancer #hunting #outdoorlife #girlshunttoo #huntress #teamwork @itb_outdoors
@TheBigGameHunt @TXOutdoors @burnside4141
@slstevens24 @CCCDynaPro @CDEKeane
@riverrmann

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

Congratulations
to Bennet on his trophy bear and unforgettable memories shared with his father, grandfather, and new hunting buddies! God bless!
#childswish #ussa #hunting #bearhunting #huntinglife #HuntingSeason @OutdoorsTooth
@swamper2018 @itb_outdoors
@4Outdoors1

[Brigid O'Donoghue @USSA2000]

The doe got close, and I looked through the rifle's scope, got it in the crosshairs, and pulled the trigger. I was excited, and it fell right on the ground. Later, the cow horn buck returned, and I got him too." God bless!

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