Question 1

What do I need to bring?

Accepted Answer

Bring snacks and a packed lunch. We do have a small ice chest on the boat to store food and drinks. I highly recommend bringing sunblock since we'll be out on the water all day. We will have waters on the boat, but you are welcome to bring any specific drinks you like.

Question 2

What are we fishing for?

Accepted Answer

Collins lake has a variety of fish we can try to track down. There are bluegill, catfish, small mouth bass, large mouth bass, rainbow trout, and the always very evasive lightening trout.

Question 3

How do you verify military service?

Accepted Answer

We respectfully ask for you to verify your service by emailing a copy of your DD214 or a picture of you VHIC card. We do HIGHLY recommend to black out any PII on the documents. We are hoping to incorporate iD.me  but until then this is what we are using.

Question 4

Do I need to have my own fishing gear?

Accepted Answer

No! If you are a new fisherman we have loaner equipment you can use for this event. We will provide a rod and reel combo to use while we are fishing as well as tackle.

Question 5

Why are you doing this?

Accepted Answer

As a veteran myself I struggle finding a release of the daily stressors and just life stressors. When I was introduced to fishing I found peace on the water and taking in the fresh air. Even though it can be frustrating when you get snagged, lose a fish, or leave the lake empty handed, a day on the water can be very therapeutic.

Question 6

Where do we meet?

Accepted Answer

Once you are registered and signed up for the event you will receive an email with this information. The week of the event I will reach out and verify all information has been received. We will carpool to the lake arriving approximately 0730 and heading home from the lake approximately 1630.

Question 7

Is it a guarantee to catch fish?

Accepted Answer

As much as I want to say yes, it it not a guarantee. Unfortunately, it is called fishing and not catching. However, the point of these events are to bring back the brotherhood and sisterhood we felt while in the service. This is the start of a community for veterans to come together and find fishing partners and people to who understand the sacrifices that were made during service.

Question 8

Can I only attend one event?

Accepted Answer

Not at all! You can come to as many events as you want. This is meant to create a community so you are welcome to come to any event that has open space.  We do ask that you wait to sign up for another event until after your current event ends. So please don't go sign up for every event on the site at one time.

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