FISH WITH A HERO
Help Us Help Our Wounded Heroes
From inception through July 31, 2025 we have provided 21,057 hours of therapy to 3,193 participants.
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WHO WE ARE
Fish With a Hero, Inc. is a public charity and Florida not-for-profit corporation qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Each year, Fish With a Hero provides world class fishing experiences and sponsors programs designed to assist participants in dealing with the effects of PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and other disabilities and wounds of war.
WORLD CLASS FISHING
VET TO VET CONNECTION
HEALING EXPERIENCE
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Every Year, Fish With a Hero hosts 25 wounded and disabled vets from all over the state of Florida for a 4 day, all expense paid trip to the Sportfishing Capital of the World. Check out our latest event!
"Injured vets together... sharing stories, laughing. Getting out there doing something they enjoy and love, just help them forgot about the daily struggles"
FWAH Participant - Paul Williams
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FLY FISHING GROUP HELPS MILITARY VETERAN
Charlie Tarwick is a military veteran working hard to deal with depression and post-traumatic stress.
CLICK HERE for Hello SWFL youtube video.
EVENTS
First Wednesday of the Month
📍 Bass Pro Shops – Google Maps Link
📍 10040 Gulf Center Dr, Fort Myers, FL (off Alico Rd)
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🎣 General fishing, fly tying, casting, and camaraderie
🍕 Light meal provided (e.g., Publix sandwich rings or pizza)
Third Wednesday of the Month
📍 Military Heritage MuseumGoogle Maps Link
📍 900 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🎣 General fishing, fly tying, casting, and camaraderie
🍽️ Light meal included (e.g., Publix sandwich rings or pizza)
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