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The Fern 45 is a non-profit organization that holds an annual off-road poker run to raise money for the Nevada Veteran's Coalition and other Veterans programs. Grant Applications for Veterans in Need Click Here to Apply Video provided by Photoflight Productions, LLC - Official Media of The Fern 45 CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO ON YOUTUBE 11th Annual NOVEMBER 6-8 Reno Fernley Raceway Park 1965 S Hwy, Fernley, NV 89408 Day of Event pricing will double unless you are a Veteran! REGISTER HERE NEW TO OUR EVENT? ALL the Info To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. The sole purpose of our non-profit organization is to raise money each year for the Nevada Veteran's Coalition and other veteran's programs. We provide an opportunity for our community to celebrate their loved veterans, past and present, while also getting to experience our beautiful Nevada backyard. RAISING MONEY FOR OUR VETERANS SINCE 2015 LEARN MORE Veteran Honor Wall We owe a debt of gratitude to all of our Veterans who have served and sacrificed for our country. We are blessed to have so many brave men and women - from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Merchant Marines - who have selflessly served in the military. Even if they are no longer actively serving, we are still thankful for all they have done. We are blessed to live in a country where these brave men and women have fought so that we can live in peace and freedom. We will be showing this Veteran Honor Wall at our event on a TV. Come take a look, sit back and see the men and woman that are the reason we do what we do. Without them, none of this would be possible. *Still uploading photos as of 9.25.24* View Veteran Honor Wall To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. 2023 was an amazing year of supporting our Veterans! We earmarked funds specifically for to our Donate to Heartbeats initiative to spend by the end of December. This is a program designed to offer direct assistance to our local veterans. Through this initiative, we identify veterans in need of support and step in to provide the assistance they require. We were successfully able to donate a little over 25,000 to our local veterans! We assisted with smaller projects such as pulling weeds or cleaning up yards to paying mortgages, rents and bills. Click here to check out a list of initiatives undertaken to assist veterans in our community

Learn more about setting up a booth at our event! First introduced in 2021, we plan on growing this part of our event to gain more local community involvement. VENDORS Contact the Vendor Boss We. Are. Growing! vendors@thefern45.com The amount of people and vendors interested in our event is amazing and we appreciate it so much! We are re-vamping the way we do things, making it easier for both you and us! We will be doing the Vendor Run again! Thank you for your support! Below is the vendor application - We want to make sure we aren't doubling up on a ton of the same vendors to give you guys the best sales chances! Once you apply, we will approve or deny your application and then you will sign a contract! VENDOR BOOTH FEE : $100 - 10x10 Space *Waived for Non-Profits supporting Veterans* Vendor Application Contract

Ready to sponsor the best off road poker run in the USA? The Fern 45 is here to support our Veterans and celebrate their lives. Learn more about sponsorships here. SPONSOR THE 2025 FERN 45 POKER RUN Thank you so much for taking interest in sponsoring this event and our veterans! ALL SPONSORS MUST FILL OUT THE FORM SPONSORSHIPS CLOSE SEPT 1 - ANY SPONSORSHIPS RECEIVED AFTER SEPT 1 WILL NOT RECEIVE ALL SPONSORS BENEFITS If you have any questions please reach out to Shari Walsh at 775-848-8896 shariwalsh@thefern45.com THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! Download Proposal PDF Fill out Sponsorship Form (Inside is all the costs and benefits!)

Choose your amount and donate to the Veterans- wish to support in a bigger way? Check out our sponsorship packages! DONATE TO THE FERN 45 Choose your own amount and help out your Veterans! 100% of your donation goes towards the Nevada Veteran based programs I'm Interested in Sponsoring The Fern 45 Poker Run

Randy Mansell Randy was born March 11, 1958 Joined The Marine Corps in 1975. He retired in 1998 as a CWO2. Previous Next

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Are you a Veteran in need of services? Check out some of theses resources. Veteran Resources Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one? You're not alone—the Veterans Crisis Line is here for you. You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to call. Call 1-800-273-8255 or Text 838255 Vision All Nevada Veterans and their families understand, and can connect to, benefits and services they have earned. Mission Serve Nevada Veterans by honoring their remarkable legacy and by connecting them to earned benefits and services. Through our seven major lines of effort we: Professionally assist Veterans and their families obtain Federal and State Veterans benefits. Provide quality skilled nursing care at our State Veterans Homes. Provide dignified burial support at our State Veterans Memorial Cemeteries. Manage effective programs addressing the needs of at-risk Veterans. Successfully integrate returning Servicemembers and Veterans into Nevada communities. Honor the service and sacrifice of all Nevada’s Veterans and their families through ceremonies and information campaigns. Assist, and coordinate the efforts of, service organizations and individuals insofar as their activities benefit Nevada Veterans, Servicemembers, and their families. The Nation’s Largest Provider of Service Dogs for Veterans Determined to end veteran suicide, K9s For Warriors provides highly-trained Service Dogs to military veterans suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury and/or military sexual trauma. With the majority of dogs coming from high-kill rescue shelters, this innovative program allows the K9/Warrior team to build an unwavering bond that facilitates their collective healing and recovery. Off-Road Racing for Veterans by Veterans Providing a Unique Approach to Helping Our US Military Veterans of all Generations Through Off-Road Racing OUR MISSION Desert Vets Racing (DVR) is determined to provide immediate team-building, vocational skills, and mental health support access through the sport of racing to US military veterans and active duty personnel - in order to facilitate healthy transitions into civilian life and lower the risk of suicide and substance abuse dependencies. OUR VISION We believe that the growth of locally oriented grassroots activities that involve a combination of technical skills, adrenaline, team effort, and business/marketing skills will ultimately provide a missing piece to the “veteran puzzle” in minimizing the mental health and substance-related struggles we see today. Nevada Drug, Alcohol & Suicide Rates Expected to Grow 40% in 10 Years : Facts, statistics, and understanding Fentanyl Suicide Among Veterans : Discusses the connection between veteran addiction and suicide Suicide and Addiction : Discusses the risk factors, warning signs and prevention, the substances abused, and mental health considerations. Alcoholism and Suicide Risk : Discusses how a substance abuse problem increases the risk of suicide and provides contact information for suicide hotlines. Choosing the Best Inpatient Suicidal Thoughts and Addiction Recovery Center : A guide on how to find help. The Link Between Substance Abuse & Suicide in Teens : Statistics and facts on teenagers' using substances as signs that can lead to suicide For those hoping to find help in their local areas can also use our free directory to locate the nearest treatment facilities or they can use our free text line to start the road to recovery. MILITARY SEXUAL TRAUMA Military sexual trauma (MST) is the term that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) use to refer to sexual assault or ongoing sexual harassment that occurred while a veteran was in active military service. MST includes any sexual activity an individual was involved in against their will or when they could not say no. People of all ages, genders, racial/ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and branches of military service have experienced MST. Like other forms of trauma, MST can negatively affect an individual’s physical and psychological health, even many years after the incident. Our new resource helps veterans understand how Medicare works with VA and TRICARE, should a veteran enroll, how to enroll, and most importantly strategies on how to maximize benefits. You can view the guide here: - VA HEALTHCARE & MEDICARE - TRICARE & MEDICARE - ENROLL IN MEDICARE - MEDICARE RESOURCES MEMORY CARE IN NEVADA Alzheimer's disease is listed as the sixth-leading cause of death in Nevada, according to data from the CDC . In 2019 alone, 678 seniors in Nevada died from Alzheimer's-related causes. The number of cases of Alzheimer's in the state is projected to continue to increase. Information from the Alzheimer's Association shows that 49,000 seniors were diagnosed with the condition in 2020, and the number is expected to increase by 30.6% to 64,000 in 2025. CLICK TO LEARN MORE

Paul Maynard US Army, Maynard service first generation. Previous Next

Without our amazing sponsors, our event would not be as big as it is today. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! SPONSOR THE FERN 45 We are a 501 (c) 3 Tax Deductible organization and your sponsorship will directly help our Veterans Click here to see what we have done so far! Our sponsor director, Shari will be glad to help you with any questions if you have them! sponsor@thefern45.com shariwalsh@thefern45.com THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU Sponsor 2025 Poker Run 2024 Off-Road POker Run sponsors TITLE SPONSORS - $5,000+ VET MECH ARMS LCC Steven is a Combat Veteran that served nearly 10 years Active Duty Army. He married his wife Amanda in 2021 and has 3 children (Adalynn, Jace, Noah) that all share the same birthday. He studies Firearm Technology at Sonoran Desert Institute and studies Fiber Lasers for custom engraving on metals and polymers. The Business We specialize in the following: Cerakote, Professional Weapons Cleaning, Professional Knife Sharpening Military Training, Gunsmith, Stencils/Decals/Designs, Class 07 FFL 9-88-06458 , Gun Store, Laser Engraving and Etching, Undercut Triggers, Laser Stippling POLARIS OFF-ROAD VEHICLES Always moving, forever searching, never at rest. Our passion for the outdoors unites us, creating a bond that goes beyond the mechanical. Our off-road vehicles take you where others can't—from the remote hunting stand covered in snow, to the race track in the desert sun and everywhere in between. We Create Environments Where Humans Thrive. Quick Space provides site services and storage solutions to the Sierra region, including northern Nevada, Lake Tahoe and Truckee Our solutions are convenient and tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. This coupled with our exceptional customer service and an extensive and adaptable inventory allows Quick Space to meet the needs of our customers and community. Our services include storage & security, construction sites, event infrastructure, temporary office space and portable restroom services. Great Basin Water Supply is a DBE-SBE company and we are here to meet all your water truck needs; residential, industrial and commercial. Established 2016 Servicing Areas: Fernley // Reno // Fallon // Carson City // Minden // Reno // Sparks // ALL OF NEVADA Sales & Service We can provide your facility with a variety of new products for your boiler room equipment needs. We provide experienced instrumentation and controls technicians to trouble-shoot, service, install, start-up, and commission boiler systems. Professional Engineering For project planning and engineering, talk to our Professional Engineer about how we can help you and your company get more for your money from the variety of products we sell and service. Local Roofing Experts Protect your home’s value with Burke Roofing Inc. in Reno, NV. We specialize in roof inspections, installations, repairs, and restorations. Additionally, we handle projects of all sizes, from replacing a few shingles to overhauling your entire roof. Whether it’s fixing leaks or upgrading to new materials, our skilled roofing installers have you covered. As Northern Nevada’s only certified tile roofing and skylight installer, we use the best materials to deliver expert service and lasting results. EVENT SPONSORS - $2,500 BAR SPONSOR - $3000 CARDSTOP SPONSORS - $1,500 TEXAS HOLD EM SPONSOR - $1,500 ONE AVAILABLE CORNHOLE TOURNEY SPONSOR - $1,500 PATRIOT SPONSORS - $1000 GENERAL SPONSORS - $500 SPECIAL THANKS