JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 19, 2014 Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 Hey guys, I want to let you all know about a great cause I've been supporting and collecting for. I'm going to try to post a flyer of the pic that has details.... But Basically it's a gear & tackle (new or used ) donation drive to get veterans with war related injuries gear to get them fishing as a form of therapy. We all have heard the horror stories of how our Gov. Is failing our vets, many of whom are not getting the prompt or proper treatment they have earned! I hope that this makes a difference for these guys who put it all on the line to protect us. Also, gave me an excuse to get my tackle out & shuffle some stuff around like we do..... Any rods, reels, cranks, plastics, apparel or any working fishing related items would work. I can pick up donations for those who live a bit further out if you send me a message we can set up a meeting. Thanks in advance and hope all of you have a great Christmas. They aren't distributing the gear to Vets until spring so you have a couple months to donate. The drop off center is the Oak Lawn VFW# 5220 9514 S. 52nd ave Oak Lawn, IL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2014 Here's the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Briggs Posted December 20, 2014 Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 Hi John I have a few items for you.Shoot me a pm with your contact info and I will call you and let you know what I have. Frank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Clifford Posted December 20, 2014 Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 I'm all in for this. I'm especially interested in knowing how and where the vets are going to use this equipment. We can make this happen in so many ways... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 Mike, Me to! This could be huge for some of these guys! I have a good feeling about this cause! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Clifford Posted December 20, 2014 Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 Please message your number. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart Durham Posted December 20, 2014 Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 Thanks for the info John. I think we can all find something to donate. Maybe we can schedule an outing this new year to try and help some veterans catch some smallmouth bass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 Bart, Yes I agree! I'd love to be part of that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ronk Posted December 20, 2014 Report Share Posted December 20, 2014 Thanks for the info John. I think we can all find something to donate. Maybe we can schedule an outing this new year to try and help some veterans catch some smallmouth bass! TU's Oakbrook chapter has been having frequent outtings for disabled vets for the last few years using both spin & fly tackle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted December 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Merry Christmas to all you guys! Hope you enjoy it with your families and keep in mind those serving our country who don't get the chance to be with their families during this time. God bless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOHN SCHENCK Posted March 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2015 Hey all! Happy spring! If anyone wants donate anything just let me know and we can arrange a meeting to pick up gear for you guys who are a bit further out. If you are close to the south suburbs or want to ship somthing the address is at the top of this post. We have two weeks. April 4 is the event where the gear will be given to the veterans in need. Any questions let me know. Thanks and god bless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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