On Nov. 2, Tampa Elks Lodge #708 hosted 24 transitional veterans on a 90-minute river cruise through downtown Tampa, followed by a riverside lunch. The Tampa Fun Boat holds 35 people, so they booked the whole boat. Since the owner’s wife is an Elk, they got a discount. The veterans were from the Salvation Army Red Center, New Beginnings of Tampa, and Liberty Manor for Veterans. Also attending were 10 Elks who are active on veteran and children’s committees. The group left from the docks at Rick’s on the River. This outing gave the veterans something to do on a weekend and the chance to socialize.

Pictured are veterans and Elks during the cruise and lunch.