THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!

This is so long overdue that I'm actually embarrassed by it. So right off the bat I need to thank a few people. Joe Jackson and Shaggy McLaughlin were instrumental in making The 3rd Annual Klamath River Benefit Bash happen and to be an amazing event!! Joe and Shaggy this would not have happened without you!!! I'd also like to thank the Allred's for providing the location, the AWW guides for working the kitchen, and Beth for bringing the salad. I'm sure there's more I'm forgetting.

Furthermore, I'd like to thank all the businesses for their generous support! Below is a list of everyone who donated to this event. Support these local businesses! It's the combination of these awesome businesses and the amazing people that make the State of Jefferson a magical place. Let's keep it that way...support your local business!!

Caldera Brewing Company

Shop-n-Kart

Erik Larsen

Papaya Clothing

St Clair Productions

Shasta Boyz Productions

Noble Coffee Roasting

Melissa Candy Massage

Downtowne Coffee House

Precision Hair Design

Indigo Creek Outfitters

Dr Mark Machala, DC

Momentum River Expeditions

Ashland Outdoor Store

Ashland Mountain Adventures

Alex's Restaurant and Bar

Ashland Envy

Bear Creek Bicycle

Jelly Belly

Therapeutics In Motion Massage

Poison Womb

Words can't express how thankful I am for your support. A little over 2 years ago I could barely move my right arm and could not even move my left. Through your support and a lot of hard work I can now support half my weight on both arms without falling on my face. Each day at Project Walk helps me get a little closer to recovery and independence!!! Without you and Project Walk I don't where I'd be now! Thank you Thank you!!!!!!

Some business items: I'm working on launching a new fundraiser to help me stay at Project Walk for another year. I currently have the funds to stay here through the end of December. In the meantime if you would like to support me its as easy as clicking HERE! All donations are administered through HelpHOPELive, which is a non-profit organization helping people who have experienced traumatic live changing injuries.

With the love and support of my friends and family I have the strength to Never Give Up and suddenly the impossible becomes not only possible, but probable! Keep the Faith!

3rd Annual Klamath River Benefit Bash

It's that time of year again for the Klamath River Benefit Bash! It's a festive day of WHITEWATER RAFTING followed by a BBQ followed by LIVE MUSIC by a 70's-80's cover band!! Don't miss it this year! Come join us in the heart of State of Jefferson on 20 acres of beautiful water front property for a celebration you won't soon forget and support a great cause by giving Matt a fighting chance to move his legs again.


All proceeds go to benefit the NTAF northwest spinal cord injury fund in honor of MATT THOMAS.

Event Details:

When: August 20th - Meet at Paradise Point at noon to go rafting. Dinner is at 6ish.

Where: Paradise Point - 18 miles west of Happy Camp, CA on Highway 96.

RSVP: Email mattnevergivesup@gmail.com and indicate if you're rafting or not or if you have any questions.

Camping: There's plenty of camping space available so come for the day or for the whole weekend.

Donation: Suggested $75 for the weekend or $25 for dinner/music

Directions to Paradise Point:

1. From the North or South on I-5, go West on Hwy 96. (Near Yreka)

2. Go 60 miles on Hwy 96 to the town of Happy Camp. This is the last remnant of civilization before Paradise Point (Gas, Food, ect.)

3. Continue on Hwy 96 past Happy Camp for about 18 more miles to Paradise Point. There will be a small sign on the left and an open yellow gate. Follow the dirt road to the right until you reach the parking area.

4. The turn for Paradise Point is exactly 0.9 miles past 'Coon Creek' River Access. If you get to Dillon Creek Campground you have gone 3 miles to far.

5. If you want to use a google map, Paradise Point usually shows up as Cottage Grove. (Paradise Point sits on the old town of Cottage Grove)