Former Bridgewater, VA Mayor Hallie Dinkel Recognized with Special Award

The Spirit of Mossy Creek Award was established in 2016 in remembrance of two special volunteers, Carter Lewis and Matt Kenney, who exemplified the spirit that is the Mossy Creek Invitational. The award recognizes the selfless and giving actions of an individual in-support of the MCI and the veterans it serves.

On June 4, 2022 The Spirit of the Mossy Creek Award was bestowed upon Hallie Dinkel, former long-time mayor of Bridgewater, Virginia for his selfless and steadfast support of the event and the veterans it benefits.

The 13th Annual Mossy Creek Invitational felt like a homecoming. Old friends and new gathered to embrace and celebrate the veterans we serve

It was a weekend of memories, celebration, and patriotism, and one not soon to be forgotten. We extend our deepest thanks to all of our friends who so generously supported this annual event and all the sponsors who made it happen. It is their dedication and commitment that has helped ensure the success of the Mossy Creek Invitational for so many years.

The event provided 15 disabled military personnel and disabled veterans with a fun fly-fishing competition in which they were paired with a sponsor and professional fly-fishing guide for a memorable day of angling, community and camaraderie.