Supporting our Troops
A little bit of home is always special when you’re far away, but for the thousands of troops serving overseas, a little bit of home is a big morale booster.
Earlier this year, Brat Fest was contacted by a squadron in Afghanistan who wanted to attend Brat Fest this year but who were unable to due to their deployment. They asked for a poster to hang up to help them celebrate the event a half a world away.
Brat Fest wanted to give them more than just a poster. In fact, the Brat Man, Tim Metcalfe, was so inspired by the squadron’s request, that the event organizers decided to help recreate Brat Fest in the middle of the desert.
To make the satellite event as authentic as possible, Brat Fest sent the troops a ‘Brat Pack’ to recreate their own Brat Fest. It included logo napkins, logo plates, official t-shirts, official Brat Fest mustard and sauerkraut.
“This is a morale boost for us,” said Captain Jordan Appel of Amery, Wisconsin. “Having Brat Fest support our squadron and provide us with our own mini Brat Fest means a lot to us - it’s nice to know we can enjoy this summer tradition in our own way.”
Over 400 personnel are expected to attend the satellite Brat Fest on May 18th, 2011.
Brat Fest is honored to be able to support our troops whether they are here in Madison or halfway across the globe. Thanks to all those who serve our country!
You can learn more about the squadron on the Brat Fest Facebook page.
