Fishing For The Mission 22

Fishing For The Mission 22 FFTM22 is a 501(c)(3) that aims to heal veterans through fishing while raising awareness to the 22. This is not only a public health crisis, but unacceptable.

Fishing for the Mission 22 is a 501(C)(3) which offers a therapeutic approach to help heal veterans through fishing while raising awareness to the 22+ we continue to lose to su***de every day in the United States. Since the Global War on Terror began in 2001, there have been over 7,000 combat related deaths, and in the same period, there have been over 120,000 Veteran Suicides. Only one percent of

our Nation joins the armed forces and it’s the duty of the remaining 99 percent to help our veterans in crisis. Operation tackle 22 overview:

Operation Tackle 22 uses a therapeutic fishing model designed to help veterans heal through fishing. It's a peer-to-peer mentorship program that will primarily concentrate on offshore fishing trips and learning the trade of Tuna fishing. Towards the end of summer, veterans enrolled in the program will embark on two overnight fishing retreats guided by Captain Briggs of Outfitters to the canyons, or as some call it, the Holy Grail of fishing. The canyons are located over 120 miles offshore on the continental shelf and has a rich habitat of whales, sharks, tuna, big-eyed, yellow fin, and blue marlin. It's a breath-taking experience whether you like to fish or not! As the season comes to an end, we offer each veteran enrolled in Operation Tackle 22 the chance to attend Captain's School to learn the trade of marine navigation in hopes they can reintegrate back into a stable workforce. After obtaining their license and required sea experience hours, they will be ready to hit the open water as a career. During the winter months, veterans enrolled will embark on a therapeutic retreat where they can experience a new fishery and continue to log their sea experience hours. If you would like to donate, you can do so below. https://fishingforthemission22.org/donate/

06/04/2026

gw is offering up a ZeeBaas 1st Gen ZX27RDG Reel with number matching box to one lucky winner! Here’s how to enter:
Visit our website and purchase as many tickets as your heart desires ($10 per ticket). You can also purchase a gw Trucker hat and receive a free entry with each hat purchase! Or do both and up your odds.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to a non-profit organization focused on assisting first responders, veterans, and active duty military.
Tickets are on sale from 6/3/26 to 7/3/26 at 12:00PM EST
Drawing will occur on 7/4/26 at 12:00PM EST live on our Instagram page!
Good luck everyone!

Tonight, I spoke with a resident of Lexington, Massachusetts, who informed me that he had caught one of the tagged black...
06/01/2026

Tonight, I spoke with a resident of Lexington, Massachusetts, who informed me that he had caught one of the tagged black sea bass we release each year for our tournament, which is held to raise awareness for veterans’ su***de prevention. Although he did not participate in the tournament, he took the time to report the catch, and I shared details about our mission to honor and support our nation’s heroes. He was previously unaware of the broader su***de issue affecting veterans nationwide. This demonstrates that the tagged fish released ahead of the event can indeed be caught, and it provided a meaningful opportunity to discuss a critical issue with someone who didn’t know that, on average, 22 veterans lose their lives to su***de each day. It was an encouraging moment to raise awareness and connect with the community through the passion of fishing.

Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries
Macos Bait & Tackle
Eric Husebo
Robert Perzan

06/01/2026

‼️‼️YESTERDAY’S Raffle Winners‼️‼️

David Degon Pelican PX18 Aegis Travel Pack in Indigo color valued $199.95

Wilton Gray YETI Fully-Loaded Mystery Bucket With Lid with Lures Valued at $400

Alex LaBell Custom Humidor With Rye Whiskey & Tasting Glass package valued at $250

Michael Mobilia The FISH Northeast Light Tackle Rod & Reel Package valued at $300

Brett Mills Bubba Seaker 62L Duffel Pack Valued at $258

Brent Finemore Weller & Old Forester Bourbon Bundle with Blanton's Caramel Valued at $400

Tracey Navaroli Pelican 22" ATX Carry-On Hard-Sided Luggage. Value $499

Jillian Puljanowski Pelican America 250 Collection 30 QT Limited Edition Cooler Valued at $260

David Degon Fish Net Shaped Charcuterie board valued at $150

michael michielli Bubba Blade 3 Knife Set - Value $195

Michael Golden Blackstone Limited Edition 28 in. Patriotic Griddle with Spatula and Cover

Tracey Navaroli YETI Roadie 20 White 20 qt Hard Cooler - Value $200

Everyone will receive an email confirmation and will be personally reaching out to everyone to
make arrangements to give everyone their raffle items 

Day two leader board! Fish hard today—this is still anyone’s tournament
05/31/2026

Day two leader board! Fish hard today—this is still anyone’s tournament

Today’s leader Board!
05/30/2026

Today’s leader Board!

A big THANK YOU to Kingston MA Jersey Mike's general manager Derek Brewer for providing subs for the 4th Annual Fishing ...
05/25/2026

A big THANK YOU to Kingston MA Jersey Mike's general manager Derek Brewer for providing subs for the 4th Annual Fishing for the Mission 22 Black Sea Bass Spring Fling Tournament tagging day. Thank you for supporting our mission to serve our nations heroes!

FFTM22 would like to extend a special shout-out to the Buzzards Bay Eagles 3741 and to all the volunteers who joined us ...
05/24/2026

FFTM22 would like to extend a special shout-out to the Buzzards Bay Eagles 3741 and to all the volunteers who joined us today. Together, we packed 250 Captain’s bags for our 4th Annual Black Sea Bass Spring Fling Tournament. Their steadfast commitment to the community speaks volumes, and their willingness to help is consistently inspiring. Excellent organization and teamwork all around.

One of our exclusive Captain’s Bag items featured in this year’s Black Sea Bass Tournament: a FFTM22 Arctic Tumbler. Wit...
05/21/2026

One of our exclusive Captain’s Bag items featured in this year’s Black Sea Bass Tournament: a FFTM22 Arctic Tumbler. With only a limited number of Captain’s Bags left, don’t miss your chance—register now to secure yours before they’re gone. Register here:

https://fishingforthemission22.org/event/4th-annual-black-sea-bass-tournament/

Full details:

🚨Only 7 days left to register. A limited number of Captain’s Bags remain for early sign-ups. Be sure to sign up by May 28 to compete in this exciting tournament. Full details below: 🚨

Registration is now open for our 4th Annual Black Sea Tournament! Limited number of captian’s bags left for early signups. To register and and see full details visit our website via the link below:

https://fishingforthemission22.org/event/4th-annual-black-sea-bass-tournament/

Join Us for the 4th Annual Black Sea Bass Tournament

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the nation’s largest Black Sea Bass Tournament, taking place from May 29 to May 31, all in support of Fishing for the Mission 22 programs aimed at serving veterans in crisis.

This highly anticipated event guarantees thrilling competition, featuring substantial cash prizes for both adult and junior anglers. Adults will have the opportunity to compete for over $9,700 in grand prizes, generously sponsored by Kingman Yacht Center, with a potential cash prize pool exceeding $32,000. We are proud to partner with the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries and Macos bait & tackle for the “22” tagged fish campaign. This vital initiative honors the 22 veterans lost to su***de each day by tagging 22 Black Sea Bass, offering a $1,000 prize for each tagged fish caught.

Event Details

Date: May 29 to May 31
Entry Fee: Adult Angler $100; Junior Angler $20.
Must register by May 5 to receive a guaranteed Captain’s Bag.

Captain’s Check-In Meeting

Kick off the festivities at the Captain’s Check-In and Kickoff Party on Thursday, May 28, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Rod & Rail in Buzzards Bay and the Parrot Bar & Grill in Cataumet/N. Falmouth line and at Martha’s Vineyard Dick’s bait & tackle. Attendees can pick up their exclusive Captain’s Bags filled with valuable items. Only the first 300 registered anglers are guaranteed a captains bag. Maco’s Bait and Tackle in Wareham and Dick’s Bait & Tackle in Oak Bluffs are the official weigh stations for the tournament on the Friday and Saturday of tournament, and on Sunday, all tournament fish will be weighed in at the awards party at Stone Path Malt in Wareham and Dick’s Bait & Tackle for the anglers fishing in the Vineyard area. Please refer to the rules for complete details.

Awards Ceremony

Join us for the Awards Ceremony on Sunday, May 31, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Stone Path Malt in Wareham, MA, where we will honor the weekend’s achievements and celebrate the joy of fishing. This lively event in Buzzards Bay will feature live music, exciting raffles, delicious food from Minkle Boys Catering, and a beer garden sponsored by Stone Path Malt. There will also be a variety of family-friendly activities for everyone to enjoy. This event is open to all!

We can’t wait to see you there! For detailed information on tournament regulations and event specifics, please review the rules on our event page. Register on our official website using the link below:

https://fishingforthemission22.org/event/4th-annual-black-sea-bass-tournament/

‼️‼️Attention veterans, active duty personnel, and first responders‼️‼️Our founder, Harold Skelton, has been on some goo...
05/21/2026

‼️‼️Attention veterans, active duty personnel, and first responders‼️‼️

Our founder, Harold Skelton, has been on some good fish this season on the amazing Cape Cod Canal. He’s deeply committed to sharing his knowledge and time to give fellow service members a day on the canal. We’ve equipped our center with three electric bikes, each stocked with all the fishing gear, rods, and tools you’ll need to fish the canal—all you have to do is show up! Guided by Harold and a team of dedicated volunteers, these outings welcome anyone who serves our community to join us and experience a memorable day on the water.

If you’d like to schedule a guided trip with Harold or one of our volunteer guides and utilize the electric bikes, please reach out at:
Phone: 774-810-2223
Email: [email protected]

For all who have served, please visit us at our center located at 47 Main St, Buzzards Bay, and discover the wide range of programs we offer. Fishing for the Mission 22 is committed to serving those who serve us, and all our programs are 100 percent free.

Our 4th Annual Black Sea Bass Raffle is now open! This is a public raffle, so everyone is welcome to participate. Winner...
05/20/2026

Our 4th Annual Black Sea Bass Raffle is now open! This is a public raffle, so everyone is welcome to participate. Winners will be announced at our Awards Party at 4:30 PM on Sunday, May 31, at Stone Path Malt in Wareham. The Awards Party is a public event to raise awareness for our cause, and all are welcome to join.

Click link below to purchase tickets!!!

Join me in supporting Fishing for the Mission 22: https://go.rallyup.com/4bd305

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