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Oct 16-19 FIT 6th Annual Peer Fishin’ Festival, Oak Island

Date: October 16 (Friday)
Event: 6th Annual Peer Fishin’ Festival
Location: Ocean Crest Pier, 1409 E Beach Dr.

Oak Island, NC 28465

# of Participants 360 Total (Wounded Warriors, DVets, Their Friends & Caregivers,

Volunteers, Sponsors and Supporters)

Status: On Schedule for October 16 – PLUS, additional fishing from the pier
for October 17,18 & 19. Pier passes, cut bait and lunch will be provided
by Operation North State for the extra days of fishing for registered
wounded warriors / DVets and guests.

General Information:

  • All Festivals are FREE to wounded warriors /DVets & caregivers

  • No registration fee for Host Boaters

  • You may fish in as many Festivals as you like – first come / first serve

  • All Festivals are “No-Alcohol Allowed”

  • One caregivers or service animal is allowed on boats if needed

  • Life Jackets MUST be worn while on the boats AT ALL TIMES – NO EXCEPTIONS

  • Host Boaters must have liability insurance coverage on their boat - NO EXCEPTIONS

  • Host Boaters must provide their cellphone number for emergency contact purposes

  • Fishing Licenses are waived for the Festivals for all Wounded Warriors / DVets

  • Rods & reels, life vest, tackle, bait & snacks are provided for wounded warriors / DVets

  • Contact Info: Terry Snyder/Operation North State/336.406.3459/snydert33@gmail.com

  • Facebook: Operation North State Photo/Albums for more information too