Hartsel, CO: A severely wounded Marine veteran who loves Colorado and snow sports will get a specially adapted home at 1392 Blacksmith Road southwest of Hartsel. The nonprofit, volunteer organization Homes for our Troops will announce the groundbreaking on Saturday afternoon, May 5.

Marine Sgt. Christopher Fesmire, 27, lost both legs when a landmine exploded under his vehicle in AlQaim, Iraq. Fesmire volunteered for this tour in Iraq after he was recalled to serve in Kuwait in 2003. He was stationed in Al Anbar province, near the Syrian border.

Homes for Our Troops is a non-profit organization that provides specially adapted homes for severely wounded service members of the United States military. Donations from building contractors, suppliers, corporate supporters and local volunteers allows HFOT to provide assistance at no cost to the veterans that they serve.

The Park County government has waived fees associated with this project. To volunteer time, materials or money for this veteran's home, please visit Donate or Volunteer Here.