https://ryangunning.com/blog/ryan-gunning-alabama-bye-week-texas-am-comeback-lsu-crimson-tide.html 2026-10-31 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-coastal-overlook.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama graduate, on a coastal overlook Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama graduate, during his Marine Corps years. https://ryangunning.com/blog/ryan-gunning-university-of-alabama-student-veterans-tuscaloosa.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-press-room-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning at the University of Alabama Athletics press room podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at the Alabama Athletics press room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning at Bryant-Denny Stadium, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at Bryant-Denny Stadium on the University of Alabama campus in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuxedo-black-tie-portrait.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo and bow tie Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-be-a-champion-tunnel.jpg Ryan Gunning in the Be A Champion tunnel at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning in the "Be A Champion" tunnel at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-black-tie-tuxedo-standing.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo at a black-tie event Ryan Gunning at a black-tie event. https://ryangunning.com/blog/ryan-gunning-crimson-tide-tuscaloosa-game-days-bama-salute.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-be-a-champion-tunnel.jpg Ryan Gunning in the Be A Champion tunnel at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning in the "Be A Champion" tunnel at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-alabama-athletics-press-room.jpg Ryan Gunning at the Alabama Athletics press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the Alabama Athletics press room podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-black-tie-tuxedo-standing.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo at a black-tie event Ryan Gunning at a black-tie event. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-sunglasses-headshot-polo.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in sunglasses and a blue striped polo Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-football-locker-room.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, in the Alabama football locker room Ryan Gunning in the Alabama football locker room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/blog/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-marine-corps-to-university-of-alabama.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-sunglasses-headshot-polo.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in sunglasses and a blue striped polo Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-alabama-athletics-press-room.jpg Ryan Gunning at the Alabama Athletics press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the Alabama Athletics press room podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-black-tie-tuxedo-standing.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo at a black-tie event Ryan Gunning at a black-tie event. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-press-conference-podium.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at a press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-football-locker-room.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, in the Alabama football locker room Ryan Gunning in the Alabama football locker room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-professional-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning, Jacksonville, FL. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning training with fellow Marines during his service in the U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Ryan Gunning training with his team, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-annapolis-boating.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, out on the water on a boat Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, out on the water. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-press-room-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning at the University of Alabama Athletics press room podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at the Alabama Athletics press room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-canyon-patrol.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a rocky desert canyon during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/calm-water-kayak-fishing.jpg A kayak angler on calm open water, shared by Ryan Gunning of The Calm Seas Project Shared by Ryan Gunning of The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-annapolis-boating.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran, out on the water in Annapolis Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, out on the water in Annapolis. https://ryangunning.com/sam-walton-walmart-founder-army-veteran.jpg Sam Walton, Walmart founder and U.S. Army World War II veteran, in 1992, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Sam Walton in Bentonville, Arkansas, on March 17, 1992. Photo: George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-mountain-overlook.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a mountain overlook during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuxedo-black-tie-portrait.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo and bow tie Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-surfboard.jpg Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/inshore-marsh-fishing-jacksonville-boat.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing the Jacksonville marsh from a bay boat Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-beach-dunes-camo-hat.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at the beach dunes in a camo hat Ryan Gunning at the beach. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-wellness-movement-session.jpg The Calm Seas Project team, founded by Ryan Gunning, in an outdoor movement session Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/dan-daly-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in uniform at a desert range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-be-a-champion-tunnel.jpg Ryan Gunning in the Be A Champion tunnel at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning in the "Be A Champion" tunnel at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-solo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a desert rifle range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-porch-portrait-film.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a film-style portrait on a porch Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-boating-yacht-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, on a boat deck in sunglasses and a polo Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and boater, on deck. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-range-overwatch.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, watching over a desert training range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/mike-ilitch-little-caesars-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Mike Ilitch, Little Caesars founder and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2011, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Mike Ilitch, Little Caesars founder and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2011, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-black-tie-tuxedo-standing.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo at a black-tie event Ryan Gunning at a black-tie event. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, during pistol training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-skiff-trailer-marsh-overlook.jpg A flats skiff on its trailer near the marsh in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/beirut-marine-barracks-bombing-october-23-1983.jpg Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-boat-heading-out.jpg A Calm Seas Project boat heading out with veterans aboard, from The Calm Seas Project founded by Ryan Gunning Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/john-basilone-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Basilone, U.S. Marine Corps, in World War II uniform Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Basilone, U.S. Marine Corps, in World War II uniform https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-sunglasses-headshot-polo.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in sunglasses and a blue striped polo Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-floating-dock-open-water.jpg Ryan Gunning on a floating dock over open water Ryan Gunning on the dock, open water all around. https://ryangunning.com/bob-parsons-godaddy-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Bob Parsons, GoDaddy founder and U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, in 2017, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Bob Parsons, GoDaddy founder and U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, in 2017, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-press-conference-podium.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at a press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-st-johns-bridge-storm.jpg Boating under a bridge in Jacksonville, FL as a storm builds, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat in a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, at the helm. https://ryangunning.com/fred-smith-fedex-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-football-locker-room.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, in the Alabama football locker room Ryan Gunning in the Alabama football locker room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-skiff-angler.jpg Skiff fishing in the marsh near Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project.jpg Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team on the water Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-university-of-alabama-graduation.jpg Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-1.jpg Sunset music on the dock at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Sunset music on the dock at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-2.jpg Calm Seas Project members watching the sunset over the water with Ryan Gunning Calm Seas Project members watching the sunset over the water with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-3.jpg The day's catch of red snapper on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip with Ryan Gunning The day's catch of red snapper on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-4.jpg Amberjack catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning Amberjack catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-5.jpg Red snapper catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning Red snapper catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-6.jpg Cold plunge recovery at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Cold plunge recovery at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-8.jpg Calm Seas Project members gathered on the dock with Ryan Gunning Calm Seas Project members gathered on the dock with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-9.jpg Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-10.jpg Sunset dinner together at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Sunset dinner together at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-11.jpg Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-shirt.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water wearing a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning on the water wearing a Calm Seas Project shirt https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marsh-fishing.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh near Jacksonville Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh near Jacksonville https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat on a Calm Seas Project trip https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-beach.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, on a Jacksonville beach walk The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, on a Jacksonville beach walk https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-van.jpg Ryan Gunning in The Calm Seas Project van on the way to the water Ryan Gunning in The Calm Seas Project van on the way to the water https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in desert training gear Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in desert training gear https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-desert.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, on a desert range with his rifle Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, on a desert range with his rifle https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-boonie-selfie.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a boonie hat and utility uniform Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a boonie hat and utility uniform https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-award-certificate.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, holding an award certificate in uniform Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, holding an award certificate in uniform https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-dress-blues.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in Marine Corps dress blues Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in Marine Corps dress blues https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-night-operation.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in combat gear at night Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in combat gear at night https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-live-fire-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, firing a rifle during live-fire range training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, firing a rifle during live-fire range training https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, aiming a rifle during range training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, aiming a rifle during range training https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-school-of-commerce-award.jpg Ryan Gunning holding an award outside the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning holding an award outside the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/about.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-professional-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project Ryan Gunning, Jacksonville, FL. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-dress-blues.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in Marine Corps dress blues Sergeant Ryan Gunning in dress blues, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-university-of-alabama-graduation.jpg Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-fishing.jpg Ryan Gunning holding a speckled trout while fishing in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning with a speckled trout in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-professional-square-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, official headshot, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project Ryan Gunning, official headshot. Credit: Ryan Gunning. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-press-room-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning at the University of Alabama Athletics press room in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the University of Alabama Athletics press room, Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning at Bryant-Denny Stadium, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at Bryant-Denny Stadium, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-award-headshot.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, in his utility uniform with parachutist wings Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-sunset-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-fishing-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning on the water in Jacksonville, FL. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-helm-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning in sunglasses aboard the boat on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning on the boat with The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-veteran-service-photo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, during his Marine Corps service Sergeant Ryan Gunning during his Marine Corps service. https://ryangunning.com/press.html 2026-10-28 monthly 0.8 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-professional-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project Ryan Gunning, Jacksonville, FL. https://ryangunning.com/gallery.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-cap-truck-dog.jpg Ryan Gunning in a Calm Seas Project cap with his dog riding along Ryan Gunning, founder of The Calm Seas Project, with his dog along for the ride. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-sunglasses-headshot-polo.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in sunglasses and a blue striped polo Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-porch-portrait-film.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a film-style portrait on a porch Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuxedo-black-tie-portrait.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo and bow tie Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-black-tie-tuxedo-standing.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo at a black-tie event Ryan Gunning at a black-tie event. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-professional-square-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, official headshot, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project Ryan Gunning, official headshot. Credit: Ryan Gunning. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-press-room-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning at the University of Alabama Athletics press room podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at the Alabama Athletics press room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning at Bryant-Denny Stadium, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at Bryant-Denny Stadium on the University of Alabama campus in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-award-headshot.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, wearing parachutist wings on his utility uniform Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, wearing parachutist wings on his utility uniform https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-sunset-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, smiling at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-fishing-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning on the water in Jacksonville, FL. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-helm-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning in sunglasses aboard the boat on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning on the boat with The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-veteran-service-photo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, during his Marine Corps service Sergeant Ryan Gunning during his Marine Corps service. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning training with fellow Marines during his service in the U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Ryan Gunning training with his team, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in desert training gear Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in desert training gear 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Marine Corps veteran, in combat gear at night Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in combat gear at night https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-live-fire-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, firing a rifle during live-fire range training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, firing a rifle during live-fire range training https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, aiming a rifle during range training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, aiming a rifle during range training https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-professional-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning, Jacksonville, FL. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-university-of-alabama-graduation.jpg Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-school-of-commerce-award.jpg Ryan Gunning holding an award outside the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning holding an award outside the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-alabama-athletics-press-room.jpg Ryan Gunning at the Alabama Athletics press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the Alabama Athletics press room podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-be-a-champion-tunnel.jpg Ryan Gunning in the Be A Champion tunnel at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning in the "Be A Champion" tunnel at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-sunset-dock.jpg Ryan Gunning with a fellow veteran on a dock at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning with a fellow veteran at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project.jpg Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team on the water Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-shirt.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water wearing a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning on the water wearing a Calm Seas Project shirt https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-van.jpg Ryan Gunning in The Calm Seas Project van on the way to the water Ryan Gunning in The Calm Seas Project van on the way to the water https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat on a Calm Seas Project trip https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-beach.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, on a Jacksonville beach walk The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, on a Jacksonville beach walk https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-1.jpg Sunset music on the dock at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Sunset music on the dock at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-2.jpg Calm Seas Project members watching the sunset over the water with Ryan Gunning Calm Seas Project members watching the sunset over the water with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-3.jpg The day's catch of red snapper on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip with Ryan Gunning The day's catch of red snapper on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-4.jpg Amberjack catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning Amberjack catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-5.jpg Red snapper catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning Red snapper catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-6.jpg Cold plunge recovery at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Cold plunge recovery at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-8.jpg Calm Seas Project members gathered on the dock with Ryan Gunning Calm Seas Project members gathered on the dock with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-9.jpg Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-10.jpg Sunset dinner together at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Sunset dinner together at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-11.jpg Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat in a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, at the helm. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-wake.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water in a Calm Seas Project hat, with the boat's wake behind him Ryan Gunning, founder of The Calm Seas Project, on the water. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-annapolis-boating.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, out on the water on a boat Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, out on the water. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-boating-yacht-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, on a boat deck in sunglasses and a polo Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and boater, on deck. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-annapolis-boating.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran, out on the water in Annapolis Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, out on the water in Annapolis. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-pier-boardwalk.jpg Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach, with the pier in the distance. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-surfboard.jpg Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-fishing.jpg Ryan Gunning holding a speckled trout while fishing in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning with a speckled trout in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marsh-fishing.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh near Jacksonville Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh near Jacksonville https://ryangunning.com/fishing/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-fishing-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of his boat in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning at the helm of his boat in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-fishing-sandbar-beach.jpg Ryan Gunning relaxing on a sandbar beach with his boat in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning on a sandbar afternoon in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-jump-wings-boat-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a boat deck in sunglasses, with a parachutist wings tattoo on his chest Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on the water. https://ryangunning.com/calm-seas-project.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project.jpg Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team on the water Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-3.jpg The day's catch of red snapper on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip with Ryan Gunning The day's catch of red snapper on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-shirt.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water wearing a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning on the water wearing a Calm Seas Project shirt https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-van.jpg Ryan Gunning in The Calm Seas Project van on the way to the water Ryan Gunning in The Calm Seas Project van on the way to the water https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat on a Calm Seas Project trip https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-beach.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, on a Jacksonville beach walk The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, on a Jacksonville beach walk https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-1.jpg Sunset music on the dock at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Sunset music on the dock at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-2.jpg Calm Seas Project members watching the sunset over the water with Ryan Gunning Calm Seas Project members watching the sunset over the water with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-4.jpg Amberjack catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning Amberjack catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-5.jpg Red snapper catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning Red snapper catch on a Calm Seas Project offshore trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-6.jpg Cold plunge recovery at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Cold plunge recovery at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-8.jpg Calm Seas Project members gathered on the dock with Ryan Gunning Calm Seas Project members gathered on the dock with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-9.jpg Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-10.jpg Sunset dinner together at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Sunset dinner together at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-11.jpg Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat in a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, at the helm. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-team-night-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts on a deck at night Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts. https://ryangunning.com/education.html 2026-10-26 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-university-of-alabama-graduation.jpg Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-school-of-commerce-award.jpg Ryan Gunning holding an award outside the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning holding an award outside the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marsh-fishing.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh near Jacksonville Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh near Jacksonville https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-press-conference-podium.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at a press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-football-locker-room.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, in the Alabama football locker room Ryan Gunning in the Alabama football locker room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/blog/ 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-sunset-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, smiling at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-boonie-selfie.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a boonie hat and utility uniform Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a boonie hat and utility uniform https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-utv-team.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning with his team in a desert UTV during his U.S. Marine Corps service Sergeant Ryan Gunning with his team in a desert UTV during his U.S. Marine Corps service https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-night-operation.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in combat gear at night Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in combat gear at night https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-award-certificate.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, holding an award certificate in uniform Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, holding an award certificate in uniform https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-desert.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, on a desert range with his rifle Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, on a desert range with his rifle https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in desert training gear Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in desert training gear https://ryangunning.com/beirut-marine-barracks-bombing-october-23-1983.jpg Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-birthday-cake-cutting-ceremony.jpg Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning during Marine Corps training Sergeant Ryan Gunning during Marine Corps training https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-wellness-water-walk.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, wading in clear bay water during a wellness session The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, wading in clear bay water during a wellness session https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-shirt.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water wearing a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning on the water wearing a Calm Seas Project shirt https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-van.jpg Ryan Gunning in The Calm Seas Project van on the way to the water Ryan Gunning in The Calm Seas Project van on the way to the water https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-cold-plunge-wellness.jpg Ryan Gunning in a cold plunge tub during a Calm Seas Project wellness session Ryan Gunning in a cold plunge tub during a Calm Seas Project wellness session https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat on a Calm Seas Project trip https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marsh-fishing.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh in Jacksonville, FL with The Calm Seas Project Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh in Jacksonville, FL with The Calm Seas Project https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project.jpg Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team on the dock Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team on the dock https://ryangunning.com/calm-seas-jacksonville-nov-2026.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-8.jpg Marine Raider veterans together on the dock in Pensacola - Ryan Gunning, The Calm Seas Project Marine Raider veterans together on the dock in Pensacola - Ryan Gunning, The Calm Seas Project https://ryangunning.com/dan-daly-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 https://ryangunning.com/john-basilone-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Basilone, U.S. Marine Corps, in World War II uniform Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Basilone, U.S. Marine Corps, in World War II uniform https://ryangunning.com/kyle-carpenter-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform at Walter Reed, 2012 Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform at Walter Reed, 2012 https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-skiff-truck-trailer.jpg A truck towing a flats skiff to the water in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing A truck towing a flats skiff to the water in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-two-anglers.jpg Two anglers casting along the marsh in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Two anglers casting along the marsh in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-bow-casting.jpg Fishing from the bow of a skiff in the Jacksonville, FL marsh, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Fishing from the bow of a skiff in the Jacksonville, FL marsh, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-be-a-champion-tunnel.jpg Ryan Gunning in the Be A Champion tunnel at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning in the Be A Champion tunnel at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-university-of-alabama-graduation.jpg Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-school-of-commerce-award.jpg Ryan Gunning holding an award outside the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning holding an award outside the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/mike-ilitch-little-caesars-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Mike Ilitch, Little Caesars founder and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2011, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Mike Ilitch, Little Caesars founder and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2011, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/bob-parsons-godaddy-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Bob Parsons, GoDaddy founder and U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, in 2017, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Bob Parsons, GoDaddy founder and U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, in 2017, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/fred-smith-fedex-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-award-headshot.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, wearing parachutist wings on his utility uniform Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, wearing parachutist wings on his utility uniform https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-veteran-service-photo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, during his Marine Corps service Sergeant Ryan Gunning during his Marine Corps service. https://ryangunning.com/blog/american-valor-kyle-carpenter-medal-of-honor.html 2026-10-04 https://ryangunning.com/dan-daly-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 https://ryangunning.com/kyle-carpenter-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform at Walter Reed, 2012 Lance Cpl. Kyle Carpenter at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, January 2012. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Daniel A. Wetzel, public domain via Wikimedia Commons . https://ryangunning.com/blog/american-valor.html 2026-11-01 https://ryangunning.com/dan-daly-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 https://ryangunning.com/john-basilone-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Basilone, U.S. Marine Corps, in World War II uniform Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Basilone, U.S. Marine Corps, in World War II uniform https://ryangunning.com/kyle-carpenter-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform at Walter Reed, 2012 Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform at Walter Reed, 2012 https://ryangunning.com/blog/calm-seas-project-jacksonville-countdown.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-wake.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water in a Calm Seas Project hat, with the boat's wake behind him Ryan Gunning, founder of The Calm Seas Project, on the water. https://ryangunning.com/calm-seas-jacksonville-nov-2026.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-team-night-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts on a deck at night Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts. https://ryangunning.com/blog/calm-seas-project-news-bulletin.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/calm-water-kayak-fishing.jpg A kayak angler on calm open water, shared by Ryan Gunning of The Calm Seas Project Shared by Ryan Gunning of The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-wellness-movement-session.jpg The Calm Seas Project team, founded by Ryan Gunning, in an outdoor movement session Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-boating-yacht-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, on a boat deck in sunglasses and a polo Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and boater, on deck. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-boat-heading-out.jpg A Calm Seas Project boat heading out with veterans aboard, from The Calm Seas Project founded by Ryan Gunning Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-floating-dock-open-water.jpg Ryan Gunning on a floating dock over open water Ryan Gunning on the dock, open water all around. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat in a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, at the helm. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-wake.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water in a Calm Seas Project hat, with the boat's wake behind him Ryan Gunning, founder of The Calm Seas Project, on the water. https://ryangunning.com/calm-seas-jacksonville-nov-2026.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-team-night-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts on a deck at night Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts. https://ryangunning.com/blog/first-coast-fishing.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/fishing/inshore-marsh-fishing-jacksonville-boat.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing the Jacksonville marsh from a bay boat Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-skiff-trailer-marsh-overlook.jpg A flats skiff on its trailer near the marsh in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-st-johns-bridge-storm.jpg Boating under a bridge in Jacksonville, FL as a storm builds, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-skiff-angler.jpg Skiff fishing in the marsh near Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-redfish-skiff.jpg Fishing the marsh from a skiff in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/blog/fred-smith-fedex-founder-marine-veteran.html 2026-10-22 https://ryangunning.com/fred-smith-fedex-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune. Fred Smith, FedEx founder, 2025. Photo: U.S. Department of Homeland Security, public domain via Wikimedia Commons (cropped). https://ryangunning.com/blog/jacksonville-fall-fishing-october-redfish-trout-flounder.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-redfish-skiff.jpg Fishing the marsh from a skiff in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-birthday-cake-cutting-ceremony.jpg Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/blog/mail-call.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-annapolis-boating.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, out on the water on a boat Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, out on the water. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-canyon-patrol.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a rocky desert canyon during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-annapolis-boating.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran, out on the water in Annapolis Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, out on the water in Annapolis. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-mountain-overlook.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a mountain overlook during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-surfboard.jpg Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-beach-dunes-camo-hat.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at the beach dunes in a camo hat Ryan Gunning at the beach. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in uniform at a desert range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-solo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a desert rifle range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-porch-portrait-film.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a film-style portrait on a porch Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-range-overwatch.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, watching over a desert training range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, during pistol training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/beirut-marine-barracks-bombing-october-23-1983.jpg Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-birthday-cake-cutting-ceremony.jpg Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-pier-boardwalk.jpg Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach, with the pier in the distance. https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-corps-251st-birthday-november-10.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-birthday-cake-cutting-ceremony.jpg Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-pier-boardwalk.jpg Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach, with the pier in the distance. https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-raider-reunion-pensacola.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-team-night-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts on a deck at night Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-9.jpg Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-10.jpg Sunset dinner together at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning Sunset dinner together at a Calm Seas Project retreat with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-wake.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water in a Calm Seas Project hat, with the boat's wake behind him Ryan Gunning, founder of The Calm Seas Project, on the water. https://ryangunning.com/calm-seas-jacksonville-nov-2026.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-to-college-gi-bill-internships-veteran-transition.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-football-locker-room.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, in the Alabama football locker room Ryan Gunning in the Alabama football locker room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-redfish-skiff.jpg Fishing the marsh from a skiff in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-veteran-jacksonville.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-pier-boardwalk.jpg Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach, with the pier in the distance. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-university-of-alabama-graduation.jpg Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-11.jpg Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-birthday-cake-cutting-ceremony.jpg Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/blog/operation-iron-ruck-day.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-operation-iron-ruck-day.jpg Ryan Gunning rucking with fellow veterans during Operation Iron Ruck Day Ryan Gunning with his team at Operation Iron Ruck Day. https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-birthday-cake-cutting-ceremony.jpg Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-pier-boardwalk.jpg Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach, with the pier in the distance. https://ryangunning.com/blog/soldier-of-fortune.html 2026-10-29 https://ryangunning.com/mike-ilitch-little-caesars-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Mike Ilitch, Little Caesars founder and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2011, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Mike Ilitch, Little Caesars founder and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2011, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/bob-parsons-godaddy-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Bob Parsons, GoDaddy founder and U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, in 2017, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Bob Parsons, GoDaddy founder and U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, in 2017, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/fred-smith-fedex-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/blog/veteran-transition.html 2026-10-31 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-press-room-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning at the University of Alabama Athletics press room podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at the Alabama Athletics press room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuxedo-black-tie-portrait.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo and bow tie Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-be-a-champion-tunnel.jpg Ryan Gunning in the Be A Champion tunnel at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning in the "Be A Champion" tunnel at Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-black-tie-tuxedo-standing.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo at a black-tie event Ryan Gunning at a black-tie event. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-sunglasses-headshot-polo.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in sunglasses and a blue striped polo Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-press-conference-podium.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at a press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-football-locker-room.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, in the Alabama football locker room Ryan Gunning in the Alabama football locker room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/blog/veterans-fishing-event-jacksonville-nov-2026.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/calm-seas-jacksonville-nov-2026.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-11.jpg Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning Grilling the day's catch at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project.jpg Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team on the water Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-wake.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water in a Calm Seas Project hat, with the boat's wake behind him Ryan Gunning, founder of The Calm Seas Project, on the water. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-team-night-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts on a deck at night Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts. https://ryangunning.com/blog/why-i-started-the-calm-seas-project.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-wake.jpg Ryan Gunning on the water in a Calm Seas Project hat, with the boat's wake behind him Ryan Gunning, founder of The Calm Seas Project, on the water. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-9.jpg Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning Heading out on a Calm Seas Project fishing trip at sunrise with Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/calm-seas-jacksonville-nov-2026.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-team-night-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts on a deck at night Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts. https://ryangunning.com/blog/beirut-barracks-bombing-october-23-1983-remembrance.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/beirut-marine-barracks-bombing-october-23-1983.jpg Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-birthday-cake-cutting-ceremony.jpg Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-pier-boardwalk.jpg Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach, with the pier in the distance. https://ryangunning.com/blog/calm-seas-project-ways-to-support-veterans-on-the-water.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat in a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, at the helm. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/calm-seas-jacksonville-nov-2026.jpg The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 The Calm Seas Project, founded by Ryan Gunning, event in Jacksonville FL, Nov 6-8, 2026 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-team-night-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts on a deck at night Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts. https://ryangunning.com/blog/jacksonville-sheepshead-fishing-docks-bridges-fwc-rules.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-skiff-angler.jpg Skiff fishing in the marsh near Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-redfish-skiff.jpg Fishing the marsh from a skiff in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/blog/american-valor-john-basilone-guadalcanal-medal-of-honor.html 2026-10-11 https://ryangunning.com/john-basilone-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Basilone, U.S. Marine Corps, in World War II uniform Sgt. John Basilone wearing the Medal of Honor. U.S. Marine Corps photo, public domain via Wikimedia Commons (cropped). https://ryangunning.com/dan-daly-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 https://ryangunning.com/kyle-carpenter-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform at Walter Reed, 2012 Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform at Walter Reed, 2012 https://ryangunning.com/blog/gi-bill-36-months-bachelors-masters-yellow-ribbon-stem.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-press-conference-podium.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at a press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-football-locker-room.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, in the Alabama football locker room Ryan Gunning in the Alabama football locker room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/blog/bob-parsons-godaddy-founder-marine-vietnam-veteran.html 2026-10-08 https://ryangunning.com/bob-parsons-godaddy-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Bob Parsons, GoDaddy founder and U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, in 2017, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune. Bob Parsons in Phoenix, Arizona, 2017. Photo by Gage Skidmore, via Wikimedia Commons , licensed CC BY-SA 3.0 (resized). https://ryangunning.com/fred-smith-fedex-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/blog/jacksonville-boat-ramps-trailering-launch-guide-duval-county.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-skiff-trailer-marsh-overlook.jpg A flats skiff on its trailer near the marsh in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-st-johns-bridge-storm.jpg Boating under a bridge in Jacksonville, FL as a storm builds, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-skiff-angler.jpg Skiff fishing in the marsh near Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-redfish-skiff.jpg Fishing the marsh from a skiff in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/blog/jacksonville-fishing-tides-currents-st-johns-river-icw-marsh.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-st-johns-bridge-storm.jpg Boating under a bridge in Jacksonville, FL as a storm builds, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-skiff-angler.jpg Skiff fishing in the marsh near Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-redfish-skiff.jpg Fishing the marsh from a skiff in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-corps-fy26-recruiting-goal.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, during pistol training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/beirut-marine-barracks-bombing-october-23-1983.jpg Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-birthday-cake-cutting-ceremony.jpg Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-pier-boardwalk.jpg Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach Ryan Gunning on the boardwalk at Jacksonville Beach, with the pier in the distance. https://ryangunning.com/blog/veterans-cold-plunge-blue-space-wellness-research.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-floating-dock-open-water.jpg Ryan Gunning on a floating dock over open water Ryan Gunning on the dock, open water all around. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat in a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, at the helm. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-team-night-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts on a deck at night Ryan Gunning with fellow veterans in Calm Seas Project shirts. https://ryangunning.com/blog/skillbridge-civilian-job-training-before-eas-veteran-transition.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-black-tie-tuxedo-standing.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo at a black-tie event Ryan Gunning at a black-tie event. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-press-conference-podium.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at a press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-football-locker-room.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, in the Alabama football locker room Ryan Gunning in the Alabama football locker room in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa.html 2026-10-31 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-university-of-alabama-graduation.jpg Ryan Gunning at his University of Alabama graduation in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at graduation, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-school-of-commerce-award.jpg Ryan Gunning holding an award at the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning with an award at the University of Alabama School of Commerce in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-professional-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, University of Alabama graduate and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Ryan Gunning, University of Alabama graduate (B.S. and M.S., operations management). https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-alabama-athletics-press-room.jpg Ryan Gunning at the University of Alabama Athletics press room podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the University of Alabama Athletics press room podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuscaloosa-bryant-denny-stadium-be-a-champion-tunnel.jpg Ryan Gunning in the Be A Champion tunnel at Bryant-Denny Stadium, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning in the “Be A Champion” tunnel at Bryant-Denny Stadium, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm on the water near Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning at the helm. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project.jpg Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team Ryan Gunning with The Calm Seas Project team. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-fishing.jpg Ryan Gunning holding a speckled trout while fishing in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning with a speckled trout in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-professional-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, of Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning, Jacksonville, FL. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-fishing-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of his boat in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning at the helm of his boat in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-fishing-sandbar-beach.jpg Ryan Gunning relaxing on a sandbar beach with his boat in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning on a sandbar afternoon in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marsh-fishing.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh near Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh near Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/media.html 2026-10-22 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-professional-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project Official headshot. 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Credit: Ryan Gunning. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-veteran-service-photo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, during his Marine Corps service Sergeant Ryan Gunning during his Marine Corps service. https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-service.html 2026-10-26 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning training with fellow Marines during his service in the U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Ryan Gunning training with his team, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning during desert training in the U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Ryan Gunning during desert training, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-award-certificate.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, holding an award certificate in uniform Sergeant Ryan Gunning receiving an award, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-dress-blues.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, in Marine Corps dress blues Sergeant Ryan Gunning in dress blues, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-boonie-selfie.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, in a boonie hat and utility uniform Sergeant Ryan Gunning in a boonie hat and utilities, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-utv-team.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning with his team in a desert UTV during his U.S. Marine Corps service Sergeant Ryan Gunning with his team, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-veteran-service-photo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, during his Marine Corps service Sergeant Ryan Gunning during his Marine Corps service. https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-corps-cybersecurity-awareness-month-securing-the-next-250.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-range-overwatch.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, watching over a desert training range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, during pistol training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/beirut-marine-barracks-bombing-october-23-1983.jpg Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing Smoke over the Marine barracks in Beirut after the October 23, 1983 bombing https://ryangunning.com/marine-corps-birthday-cake-cutting-ceremony.jpg Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning Marine Corps birthday cake at a 2024 cake cutting ceremony, shared by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/blog/calm-seas-project-jacksonville-trip-prep-three-weeks.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-boat-heading-out.jpg A Calm Seas Project boat heading out with veterans aboard, from The Calm Seas Project founded by Ryan Gunning Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-floating-dock-open-water.jpg Ryan Gunning on a floating dock over open water Ryan Gunning on the dock, open water all around. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-project-boat-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of a boat in a Calm Seas Project shirt Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project, at the helm. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-prep-boat-trailer.jpg Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning getting the boat ready for a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/blog/wally-amos-famous-amos-cookies-founder-air-force-veteran.html 2026-10-29 https://ryangunning.com/wally-amos-famous-amos-founder-air-force-veteran.jpg Wally Amos, Famous Amos founder and U.S. Air Force veteran, at Hickam AFB in 2007, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Wally Amos at Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, Sept. 10, 2007. U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Shane A. Cuomo, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. https://ryangunning.com/blog/sam-walton-walmart-founder-army-veteran.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/sam-walton-walmart-founder-army-veteran.jpg Sam Walton, Walmart founder and U.S. Army World War II veteran, in 1992, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Sam Walton in Bentonville, Arkansas, on March 17, 1992. Photo: George Bush Presidential Library and Museum, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. https://ryangunning.com/blog/mike-ilitch-little-caesars-founder-marine-veteran.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/mike-ilitch-little-caesars-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Mike Ilitch, Little Caesars founder and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2011, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune. Mike Ilitch in 2011. Photo by Dave Hogg, via Wikimedia Commons , licensed CC BY 2.0 (from Flickr ; cropped). https://ryangunning.com/bob-parsons-godaddy-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Bob Parsons, GoDaddy founder and U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, in 2017, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Bob Parsons, GoDaddy founder and U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, in 2017, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/fred-smith-fedex-founder-marine-veteran.jpg Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune Frederick W. Smith, founder of FedEx and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in 2025, featured by Ryan Gunning in Soldier of Fortune https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-corps-adoption-expense-reimbursement-maradmin-501-26.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-porch-portrait-film.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a film-style portrait on a porch Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-beach-dunes-camo-hat.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at the beach dunes in a camo hat Ryan Gunning at the beach. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in uniform at a desert range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-solo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a desert rifle range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/calm-seas-project-what-to-pack-veterans-fishing-weekend.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-boating-yacht-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, on a boat deck in sunglasses and a polo Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and boater, on deck. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-wellness-movement-session.jpg The Calm Seas Project team, founded by Ryan Gunning, in an outdoor movement session Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-boat-heading-out.jpg A Calm Seas Project boat heading out with veterans aboard, from The Calm Seas Project founded by Ryan Gunning Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-floating-dock-open-water.jpg Ryan Gunning on a floating dock over open water Ryan Gunning on the dock, open water all around. https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-corps-ai-fellowship-fourth-class-naval-postgraduate-school.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-solo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a desert rifle range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-beach-dunes-camo-hat.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at the beach dunes in a camo hat Ryan Gunning at the beach. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in uniform at a desert range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-porch-portrait-film.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a film-style portrait on a porch Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/blog/all-marine-sports-2027-athletes-coaches-semper-fit.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in uniform at a desert range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-beach-dunes-camo-hat.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at the beach dunes in a camo hat Ryan Gunning at the beach. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-solo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a desert rifle range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-porch-portrait-film.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a film-style portrait on a porch Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/blog/american-valor-william-deane-hawkins-tarawa-medal-of-honor.html 2026-11-01 https://ryangunning.com/william-deane-hawkins-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient 1st Lt. William Deane Hawkins, U.S. Marine Corps, official portrait, World War II 1st Lt. William Deane Hawkins, from his official Marine Corps biography. U.S. Marine Corps photo, public domain via Wikimedia Commons. https://ryangunning.com/blog/american-valor-jason-dunham-karabilah-medal-of-honor.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/jason-dunham-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Cpl. Jason Dunham, U.S. Marine Corps, in dress blues, official recruit training photo, 2000 Pvt. Jason Dunham's official recruit training photo, 2000. U.S. Marine Corps photo, public domain via Wikimedia Commons. https://ryangunning.com/blog/american-valor-dan-daly-two-medals-of-honor.html 2026-10-18 https://ryangunning.com/dan-daly-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Double Medal of Honor recipient Dan Daly, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform wearing his medals, circa 1919 Dan Daly wearing his Medals of Honor, circa 1919. Marine Corps Archives & Special Collections, public domain via Wikimedia Commons . https://ryangunning.com/john-basilone-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Basilone, U.S. Marine Corps, in World War II uniform Medal of Honor recipient Sgt. John Basilone, U.S. Marine Corps, in World War II uniform https://ryangunning.com/kyle-carpenter-medal-of-honor-marine.jpg Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform at Walter Reed, 2012 Medal of Honor recipient Kyle Carpenter, U.S. Marine Corps, in uniform at Walter Reed, 2012 https://ryangunning.com/blog/va-gov-account-clear-pilot-toxic-exposure-screening.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-surfboard.jpg Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-beach-dunes-camo-hat.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at the beach dunes in a camo hat Ryan Gunning at the beach. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in uniform at a desert range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-solo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a desert rifle range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-corps-marathon-51st-october-25-2026.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-beach-dunes-camo-hat.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at the beach dunes in a camo hat Ryan Gunning at the beach. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in uniform at a desert range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-solo.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a desert rifle range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-porch-portrait-film.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a film-style portrait on a porch Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/blog/calm-seas-project-wellness-on-the-water-movement-recovery.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-wellness-movement-session.jpg The Calm Seas Project team, founded by Ryan Gunning, in an outdoor movement session Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-boating-yacht-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, on a boat deck in sunglasses and a polo Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and boater, on deck. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-boat-heading-out.jpg A Calm Seas Project boat heading out with veterans aboard, from The Calm Seas Project founded by Ryan Gunning Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-floating-dock-open-water.jpg Ryan Gunning on a floating dock over open water Ryan Gunning on the dock, open water all around. https://ryangunning.com/blog/jacksonville-black-drum-fishing-docks-bridges-fwc-slot-limit.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/fishing/inshore-marsh-fishing-jacksonville-boat.jpg Ryan Gunning fishing the Jacksonville marsh from a bay boat Ryan Gunning fishing the marsh in Jacksonville. https://ryangunning.com/fishing/jacksonville-fishing-marsh-redfish-skiff.jpg Fishing the marsh from a skiff in Jacksonville, FL, from Ryan Gunning's First Coast Fishing Shared by Ryan Gunning on First Coast Fishing. https://ryangunning.com/blog/translate-military-experience-civilian-resume-veteran-transition.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-tuxedo-black-tie-portrait.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo and bow tie Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-black-tie-tuxedo-standing.jpg Ryan Gunning in a black tuxedo at a black-tie event Ryan Gunning at a black-tie event. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-sunglasses-headshot-polo.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in sunglasses and a blue striped polo Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and University of Alabama alum. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-alabama-press-conference-podium.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and University of Alabama graduate, at a press conference podium in Tuscaloosa Ryan Gunning at the podium in Tuscaloosa. https://ryangunning.com/blog/choiseul-raid-marine-paratroopers-october-1943.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-mountain-overlook.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a mountain overlook during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-surfboard.jpg Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-beach-dunes-camo-hat.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at the beach dunes in a camo hat Ryan Gunning at the beach. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-pistol-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in uniform at a desert range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/veteran-buddy-check-22nd-reach-out-marine-brotherhood.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-annapolis-boating.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran, out on the water in Annapolis Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, out on the water in Annapolis. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-mountain-overlook.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a mountain overlook during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-surfboard.jpg Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-beach-dunes-camo-hat.jpg Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at the beach dunes in a camo hat Ryan Gunning at the beach. https://ryangunning.com/blog/grenada-urgent-fury-22d-mau-marines-october-25-1983.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-canyon-patrol.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a rocky desert canyon during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-annapolis-boating.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran, out on the water in Annapolis Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, out on the water in Annapolis. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-mountain-overlook.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a mountain overlook during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-beach-surfboard.jpg Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida Ryan Gunning carrying his surfboard on the beach in Jacksonville, Florida. https://ryangunning.com/blog/calm-seas-project-breathwork-veterans-research.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/calm-water-kayak-fishing.jpg A kayak angler on calm open water, shared by Ryan Gunning of The Calm Seas Project Shared by Ryan Gunning of The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-wellness-movement-session.jpg The Calm Seas Project team, founded by Ryan Gunning, in an outdoor movement session Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-veteran-boating-yacht-deck.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, on a boat deck in sunglasses and a polo Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and boater, on deck. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-trip-boat-heading-out.jpg A Calm Seas Project boat heading out with veterans aboard, from The Calm Seas Project founded by Ryan Gunning Shared by Ryan Gunning from a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/blog/holiday-care-packages-deployed-troops-military-mail-deadlines-2026.html 2026-10-26 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-award-headshot.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps, in his utility uniform with parachutist wings Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/keen-sword-27-marines-japan-allies-exercise-october-2026.html 2026-10-25 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-canyon-cave.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, at a desert canyon cave during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/va-disability-cola-2027-3-6-percent-increase-veterans.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-desert.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, aiming a rifle during desert training Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, out on the water. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-canyon-patrol.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in a rocky desert canyon during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-desert.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine Corps veteran, out on the water in Annapolis Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, out on the water in Annapolis. https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-mountain-overlook.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a mountain overlook during his service Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/calm-seas-project-fishing-veterans-research-group-outdoor-recreation.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/fishing/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-fishing-helm.jpg Ryan Gunning at the helm of his boat in Jacksonville, FL Ryan Gunning at the helm on the water in Jacksonville, FL. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/blog/calm-seas-project-one-week-out-shared-meals-veterans-connection.html 2026-10-30 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-sunset-dock.jpg Ryan Gunning with a fellow veteran on a dock at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip Ryan Gunning with a fellow veteran at sunset on a Calm Seas Project trip. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/blog/ryan-gunning-sound-bath-veterans-calm-seas-retreat.html 2026-10-26 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-wellness-water-walk.jpg The Calm Seas Project team, founded by Ryan Gunning, wading into calm, clear water off a dock The Calm Seas Project team, founded by Ryan Gunning, taking it slow in calm water. https://ryangunning.com/calmseas-logo.png The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning The Calm Seas Project logo, founded by Ryan Gunning https://ryangunning.com/blog/fafsa-pell-grant-veterans-gi-bill-veteran-transition.html 2026-10-28 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-calm-seas-sunset-headshot.jpg Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran, smiling at sunset over the water Ryan Gunning, Marine veteran and founder of The Calm Seas Project. https://ryangunning.com/blog/bougainville-cape-torokina-marines-war-dogs-november-1943.html 2026-10-28 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-live-fire-range.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, firing a rifle during live-fire range training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/veterans-day-free-national-parks-military-lifetime-pass.html 2026-10-29 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-night-operation.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in combat gear at night Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/marine-corps-quantico-national-testing-center-clep-dsst-college-credit.html 2026-10-30 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-rifle-range-training.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, aiming a rifle during range training Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/carlsons-long-patrol-guadalcanal-marine-raiders-gung-ho-november-1942.html 2026-10-31 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-range-teammates.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, on a desert training range, seen from behind Sergeant Ryan Gunning with his team, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/va-hiring-2000-claims-processors-wartac-transitioning-marines.html 2026-11-01 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-marine-desert-range-gear.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in full gear on a desert training range Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps. https://ryangunning.com/blog/ryan-gunning-jacksonville-veterans-day-parade-2026-guide.html 2026-11-02 https://ryangunning.com/ryan-gunning-military-freefall-parachute-jump.jpg Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps veteran, in military freefall during a parachute jump Sergeant Ryan Gunning, U.S. Marine Corps.