Anthony Droz and Brandon Harding (Chaplaincy, Wilderness Healing and War) - Episode 948

Behind The Shield

Anthony Droz and Brandon Harding are the men behind the incredibly successful "Veterans in the Wild" Wilderness programme which has been embraced by the US Military.

Anthony is a Marine, Spartan leader and Wilderness Guide. Brandon spent a full career as a military chaplain across multiple branches.

We discuss their journeys into uniform, the tragedy that shook Brandon's faith, the motorcycle accident that almost claimed Anthony's life, mental health in our military, chaplaincy, community, the healing power of nature, Immunity to Change and much more.

Brandon Harding is a recently retired military chaplain with nearly three decades of service. He is a wilderness guide and leadership & relationship coach, holding multiple certifications and a degree in psychology. He fuses adaptive coaching with wilderness expeditions to facilitate change in individuals, couples, and leaders. Additionally, he is a certified Wilderness First Responder. Brandon has been married for 27 years, and he and his wife have seven children.

Anthony Droz is a United States Marine Infantry Veteran, wilderness guide, and athlete. He has worked internationally for Spartan Race and in the United States for Outward Bound. He co-created the Navy and Marines' first wilderness-based personal growth program with Chaplain Harding, and he continues that service to this day.