SFC (Retired), Emil Walsh was severely injured in Iraq in 2007. "I did not believe it was possible to hunt and fish again But through self-determination, family support (my wife Devon, two sons Justice and Leo), John McDaniel and Darrel Gray, I am an avid hunter and fisherman, My mission now is to show and help inspire other Wounded Warriors to get back in the woods and out fishing again! By doing this, not only do I help other Wounded Warriors, but this helps heal myself!"

Emil resides in Hope Mills, NC and is the lead planner and Associate in charge of the first annual Charlottesville, VA deer hunt scheduled for the fall of 2011.

WWIA Associates are selected by the Founder based on their commitment and demonstrated potential in helping the WWIA accomplish its mission. All of these heroes are volunteers and exceptional men.