"Bringing the pleasure of fishing to those challenged with disabilities"
NEXT BIG FISH EVENT
Saturday June 6, 2026
SPONSORS&PARTNERS
BIG FISH EVENT
There is no cost to participate in the Big Fish Event. Each participant may bring one advocate with them on board. No license required. We hope to see you @ SSYC June 6, 2026. Let's catch some big fish!
WHEN:
Saturday June 6, 2026
5:30 am - Check-in begins
6:00 am - Boats cast off from docks
11:30 am - Boats return. Fish weigh in, lunch, Award ceremony, Group Photo
Volunteers support the event, guide and assist participants on/off watercraft, cook, clean fish, and handle logistics. Thank you for volunteering, supporting and sponsoring our Big Fish Event.
WHERE:
MISSION STATEMENT
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To provide an outdoor recreational fishing opportunity for all anglers physically challenged regardless of their age, race, gender, or disability.
GOALS
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To create a public awareness of the problems facing persons with disabilities and the shortfall of recreational opportunities. To be a resource for information that promotes research and development of adaptive fishing equipment and accessibility.
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To help fulfill the needs of participants for independence, positive self image and genuine feeling of accomplishment. To enhance the lives of participants with camaraderie and lasting friendships thru FHNB events.
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We believe through education, training, and the use of adaptive angling equipment, everyone is able to participate in the sport of fishing. "Most of us think that going fishing is as easy as a walk down to a lake. "42.5 Million Americans with disabilities or 13% of non-institutionalized population* it's just not that easy. *Pew Research Center
TESTIMONIAL AND VIDEO
Testimonial by Kevin Lynch
A celestial ceiling of clouds hovered over a radiant sunrise, as if heaven’s ethereal floor wasn’t too far aloft to reach. That slightly uncanny feeling lent my first indication this would be a special day. This
luminous moment, pictured above, also blessed my three fishing companions, seen in silhouette, a few minutes before I even met them. So, I felt a quiet optimism even amid the slight chaos of the effort to get a variety of disabled participants, and their patrons (if they had one) matched up with boat captains and first mates...
Link to full experience of Kevin Lynch
Video by Captain Dominick
Link to full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tA19qvcjT8
GET INVOLVED
COME JOIN US!
You Can Make a Difference
VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME
Show Your Support
Want to join our efforts but not sure where to start? Volunteer your time and join us. Volunteers actively plan events, guide and assist participants on/off watercrafts, cook, clean fish, and handle logistics. It’s a great way to contribute to our cause, and every little bit counts towards paving the path for a better tomorrow. Get in touch with us today for more details about how you can help. To volunteer as a Charter Captain or a sponsor please contact the Great Lakes Milwaukee Chapter at FHNBMilwaukee@gmail.com
Make A True Change
Our organization always appreciates the generosity and involvement of people like you, with every contribution going towards making FHNB Milwaukee an even better Non-Profit Organization. Don’t hesitate to contact us with your questions. Mail checks to FHNB Great Lakes Milwaukee Chapter: 6133 Washington Blvd., Wauwatosa, WI 53213 or use PayPal
PARTNER WITH US
Team Up
This is one of the simplest ways to help out our mission. We believe the best way for our initiatives to be successful is for the community to actively get involved. This is an easy and efficient way of contributing to the great work we do at FHNB Milwaukee. Get in touch with any questions about how you can partner with us today.
Thank You
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT
ANNE KEBISEK DUDEK
ANON CHARITABLE TRUST
SOUTH SHORE YACHT CLUB
BASS PRO SHOPS CABELA'S OUTDOOR FUND
WISCONSIN DNR
ABOVE PAR GOLF CARS
LIONS CLUB OAK CREEK
GIETL SIGNS
HAUSCH DESIGN AGENCY & PHOTOVIA
EMILY STEWART
PHEASANTS FOREVER
TOSAFEST
GREAT LAKES SPORTS FISHERMEN - MILWAUKEE
MILWAUKEE FIRE FIGHTERS LOCAL 215
MARJORIE L CHRISTIANSEN FOUNDATION
MERCURY MARINE
KERCHIN INSURANCE
FISHING HAS NO BOUNDARIES, INC
RON'S SUPER SERVICE
GRECO & SONS WISCONSIN
COUNTRY HEARTH NATURAL BREADS
BREW CITY COFFEE
FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES
HARTFEST WAUWATOSA
CONTACT US
Get in touch with FHNB Milwaukee to learn more about our work and how you can get involved.
Board of Directors:
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John Klett - Chairman
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Jim Berzowski - Vice Chairman
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Bob Paulus - Treasurer
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Ryan Flohr - Secretary
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Bob Kufahl - Marketing
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Brandon Witt -Fleet Director
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Pete Papageorge - Events Liaison
414-687-9621