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Veteran and community embrace at Soldiers Heart Retreat

Bringing Military &
Community Together 

Building connection through creativity, community, and shared experience.

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Stories from the Mil-Tree Community

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Honoring Bobby Furst

Current Programs & Workshops

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Storytelling Experience

Writes of Passage

Join us for this dynamic creative writing and storytelling program including a  retreat, workshops and performance.

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Recording Studio Experience

Introduction to Recording Studio Techniques

Program Begins April 17, 2026​​

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This 2½-day immersive, hands-on workshop offers a deep dive into the art and science of recording music – from the moment sound is created to the final mix and master.

See all upcoming events and gatherings

  • Writing Workshop
    Writing Workshop
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Mar 30
    Mil-Tree continues our weekly writing workshop on  Zoom. This workshop is open to veterans and civilians alike, facilitated by gifted writer, teacher and Mil-Tree Board Member, Renee Pickup.
  • Writes of Passage (April Storytelling Workshop)
    Writes of Passage (April Storytelling Workshop)
    Sun, Apr 12
    Storytelling workshop with Christian Camargo - In this one day workshop we'll explore the 5 base elements to live solo performance: Preparation, Playable actions, Points of Power, Vocal Stamina and Audience engagement.
  • Introduction to Recording Studio Techniques
    Introduction to Recording Studio Techniques
    Fri, Apr 17
    Join producer Pat Kearns for a 2-1/2-day immersive, hands-on recording workshop, April 17–19. Explore studio techniques, signal flow, and professional recording tools while working with a live band in a small-group setting. Open to musicians, songwriters, and aspiring engineers of all levels.

Participant experiences

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"Mil-Tree is an exceptional program for the community and its service members. As a former first responder and veteran I can find myself in isolation when I am not feeling up to life. However, Mil-Tree provides an option to living through its many artistic and creative outlets. I never knew that I had the capability to access those parts of me, and it has been eye opening and has breathed a new possibilities into my life." 

- Nadia Clark, Captain in Army Reserves and First Responder as Sergeant in Oakland Police Department 

Gratitude to our Funders

Thank you to the generous organizations that fund us.

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Email: info@mil-tree.org

Registered Charity:  No. CCT0247216

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