On August 5, veterans gathered at the North Walpole Fish and Game Club and prepared to set out on the waters of Willett Pond. The participants were part of the Heroes On The Water Boston chapter, which is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping military service members and veterans suffering from PTSD ( Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome ) by providing therapeutic experiences through kayak fishing.
The event started with a complimentary breakfast. After a safety brief and tips on the best locations on the pond to catch fish, the kayak anglers took to the water. Bad weather didn’t slow their effort.
While the fishing was going on, volunteers from the North Walpole Fish and Game Club took on the task of preparing lunch for the Veterans and their families. The North Walpole Fish and Game Club, located in Walpole, is an active nonprofit corporation started on September 8, 1947. From the start, the Club has been faithful with many functions and scholarship drives, demonstrating a deep moral commitment to both the community and veterans.
For the past 24 years, students from Walpole, Norwood Westwood and Norfolk Agricultural high schools have received scholarships from the Club. This financial support - estimated to be well over seventy-five thousand dollars - has repeatedly played a key role in the success of students pursuing their college degrees.
