A father and son are spending their summer on the Mississippi River to raise awareness about veteran suicides. On Wednesday, Jeff and Logan Hastings paddled their kayaks into Dubuque, where they spoke with KCRG-TV.

The Hasting operate a nonprofit organization called Warrior 180 Foundation. They travel around the country to help veterans who are experiencing suicidal thoughts and having a hard time adjusting to civilian life.

Logan and Jeff Hastings (KCRG photo)

Jeff and Logan Hastings are both army vets. Logan served two combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The father and son plan to travel over 2,300 miles in their journey to the Gulf of Mexico. Logan said it’s already been a grueling trip.

Despite his sunburn and aching limbs, Logan says the journey is worth making as he and his father work to spread their message. The Hastings say people who wish to donate to the cause can do so at their website: www.warrior180.org.

(Radio Iowa via KCRG-TV)