Monroe, Michigan Jun 5, 2024 (Issuewire.com) – Vets With Nets is proud to announce that this year’s event is set to be the biggest and best ever! With nearly 450 Veterans and 175 boat captains, we are thrilled to welcome over 1,000 participants to Detroit Beach Boat Club for what has now become the largest Veteran fishing event in the USA.

Veterans from 24 different states, 3 different countries and captains from 10 different states will gather for this extraordinary event. Vets With Nets is more than just a fishing competition; it’s a celebration of camaraderie, community, and the great outdoors, providing our Veterans with a unique opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.

The festivities kick off on Friday, June 7th with a pig roast and meet and greet, setting the stage for the main event. This opening celebration is an excellent chance for participants to mingle, share stories, and gear up for the fishing ahead. The public is invited to join in the excitement starting at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 8th as our anglers return from the water to weigh in their heaviest walleye catches. You won’t want to miss this event at Detroit Beach Boat Club located at 3028 Harborview, Monroe, MI 48162

Following the weigh-in, a fish fry and award ceremony will cap off the day’s events, recognizing the skill and effort of our participants and celebrating the spirit of competition and unity that defines Vets With Nets.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our participants, volunteers, sponsors, and the community for their support in making this event possible. Your contributions ensure that Vets With Nets continues to grow and provide invaluable experiences for our Veterans. To make a donation or learn more about this event please visit https://vetswithnets.org/

Join us for an unforgettable event that honors our Veterans and celebrates their love of fishing. We look forward to seeing you there!

About Vets With Nets

Vets With Nets is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing Veterans with opportunities to enjoy recreational fishing, fostering community, and supporting mental health and well-being through outdoor activities. Our annual fishing event brings together Veterans, volunteers, and supporters for a day of fun, friendship, and fishing.

Please direct media inquiries to Anne Marie Coleman (313) 898-1086 annecm@umich.edu