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Meet our military families
When Blue Star Connect Outdoors and Blue Star Families Outposts Combine Forces: Transforming Support for Military Families
Military families navigate unique challenges, from frequent relocations to extended separations. These realities often lead to feelings of isolation and disconnect. However, through the combined efforts of Blue Star Connect Outdoors (BSCO) and Blue Star Families Outposts, these families gain access to transformative opportunities that build resilience, foster community, and connect them with the rejuvenating power of the great outdoors.
Read MoreBlue Star Careers Expands Collaboration with Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT) to Empower Military Families and Their Careers!
We proudly announce an exciting collaboration between Blue Star Families and Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT). We are dedicated to expanding awareness of career programming for all military families. Due to frequent relocations, deployments, and transitions, military families face unique challenges in building and sustaining meaningful careers.
Read MoreMaking Memories Outdoors: Highlights from Blue Star Outdoors’ Mingle & Chat
Recently, Mingle & Chat was taken to the next level with a special episode from our Blue Star Outdoors program, focusing on the joys of getting outside during the holiday season. While winter can be tough — especially with the cold weather and holiday stresses — the Blue Star Outdoors team reminded us that nature is always there, offering the perfect antidote to winter blues.
Read MoreMilitary Family Facts
RELOCATION
SENSE OF BELONGING
AMBASSADORS OF MILITARY LIFE
46%
received hard orders two months or less before relocating
41%
feel a sense of belonging to their local civilian community
38%
encouraged an acquaintance to join the military in the past 5 years