Matt Perella and his horse, Buck, end a 184-day cross-country journey at Onslow Beach, Camp Lejeune. (Photo: Matt Perella)
On Tuesday, Marine Veteran Matt Perella and his horse, Buck, completed a remarkable 7,000-mile journey across 17 states from Camp Pendleton, California to Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.
This feat, achieved in just under six months, made Buck the fastest horse to cross the country coast-to-coast. Perella embarked on this journey to raise awareness for Veterans struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder, inspired by the suicides of military friends and his own battles with PTSD.
Perella found solace in his horse, Buck, and nature, which inspired him to leave everything behind and set out on this adventure. Along the way, he encountered numerous challenges, including injuries to Buck, but the support and generosity of people they met kept them going.
This experience inspired Perella to find a deeper purpose in helping not only Veterans but also animals in need.
During his journey, Perella fundraised to support his future project, the Righteous Life Rescue Ranch, a 300-acre property in his hometown of Asheville. This venture will be a mental health rehabilitation center for healing and renewal for both Veterans and animals. Perella emphasized the importance of nature’s influence and its role in the healing process.
Perella wants to help other Veterans, just as his animals have provided support to him. The ranch will serve as a sanctuary for retired animals like Buck and rescue animals like his own dog, Rafe.
After his long cross-country journey, Matt Perella anticipates a three-month recovery, and he looks forward to the opening of the Righteous Life Rescue Ranch.
Author: Rikki Almanza
Rikki is a Web Content Coordinator for the American Legion, Department of California. With a deep-rooted connection to the military, a spouse who is a Navy veteran, a father who served in the Air Force for 25 years, and a grandfather who proudly served, Rikki is committed to using her skills and knowledge to provide valuable assistance and resources to servicemembers and veterans.
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