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Wisconsin, Wisconsin; exact locations confirmed after selection · Veteran fishing education and outdoor program
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2027 applications open through November 1; program sessions January–September, exact dates pending
H.O.O.A.H. WI’s Veteran Fishing University teaches Veterans and service members ice fishing, open-water/boat fishing and fly fishing, with a fishing charter. The 2027 schedule is expected to include an ice-fishing weekend in January, fly-tying sessions in February and fishing sessions May–September, an open-water weekend in May, and a charter in June. Exact dates and locations are set after cohort selection. Applications are open through November 1, 2026; support persons age 11+ may join as partners of approved participants
VERIFIED — OFFICIAL SOURCE · Last verified Oct 27, 2026 · Recently updated
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Organization: H.O.O.A.H. WI — official VFU page
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