Fishing has no boundaries is a non-profit, educational, 501 (C) (3) charitable and training organization that has many chapters across the United States. The Northern Illinois Chapter is one of 18 chapters in 9 states. Our mission is to find new and safe ways to get persons with disabilities out on the water.
In 1986, a local Hayward fishing guide, Bobby Cammack, founded Fishing Has No Boundaries®, Inc. as the result of a broken leg.
Bobby wanted to still be able to continue to fish, (a special passion of his) and enjoy the beautiful area lakes; but with a simple cast on his leg, fishing was not as easy anymore.
In 1986, a local Hayward fishing guide, Bobby Cammack, founded Fishing Has No Boundaries®, Inc. as the result of a broken leg.
Bobby wanted to still be able to continue to fish, (a special passion of his) and enjoy the beautiful area lakes; but with a simple cast on his leg, fishing was not as easy anymore.
With years of research, planning, and perseverance, the first initial event was held in 1988 on the Chippewa Flowage in Hayward, WI for all persons with disabilities regardless of age, race, gender, and especially severity of disability.
"Most of us think that going fishing is as easy as a walk down to a lake…
but for over 56 million Americans with disabilities, it’s just not that easy."
but for over 56 million Americans with disabilities, it’s just not that easy."