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:: The primary aim is to help the disabled and those needing assistance to return to fishing. Nationally we will collect and collate names and contact numbers of people needing our help and assistance, and people willing to give that assistance. These will be cross referenced and introduced through the "Buddy" system register.

:: The secondary aim is to offer advice and guidance in general to fisheries and venues in regards to access and suitability for the disabled angler. Where appropriate we will refer them to an appropriate advisory agency in their area.

:: The third aim is to (where ever possible) promote angling as a healthy, beneficial pastime for everyone, regardless of experience or ability.This will be done by supporting less privileged groups enabling them to participate in organised events.This will be done by offering to conduct "Angling for all" seminars to schools and youth clubs.By offering to conduct "Angling for all - It can be done" seminars and demonstrations to disabled clubs and assiciations.

::Please help us to make a difference, your donation will be put to good use no matter how big or small. Thank you.
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  • Midland Carp Masters

    Written by Nick No Comments
    Last Updated: August 19, 2010
    Midland Carp Masters
    Well today the Truck gets loaded ready for the Midland Carp Masters tomorrow. Martin and I have been on the phone every day for the last 4 days sorting out bait (approximatly 40 kilo each) and tactics so its down to the fish now…lol For those of you who Carp fish and know a few of the main players here are a few who are taking part Mark Bartlett and Rob Hughes, The Oconner brothers, Kev Nigh...
    • New Patron

      Written by Nick No Comments
      Last Updated: June 9, 2010
      New Patron
      While at the 2010 Reels on Wheels festival I met Terry Theobald who has just finished a book called “Well and Truly Hooked”. Theo as he likes to be called very kindly donated one of his books for our auction which was held on the sunday, so a big thank you for that. After chatting with him I took the plunge and asked him if he would consider being a patron to Reels on Wheels….he ...
      • Matchman becomes Patron

        Written by Nick No Comments
        Last Updated: March 3, 2010
        Matchman becomes Patron
        Today one of the top matchmen in the UK joined Reels on Wheels as a Patron. Mark Tullett who qualified last year at Stafford Moor with a weight of 96lbs fishing from peg 18 with the long pole, he went on to come 3rd in the Fish-O final and  took the prize for the biggest fish agreed to join us. I fished Stafford Moor last year on peg 26 I think it was and a few of us on that side of the lake wer...
        • Patrons…

          Written by Nick No Comments
          Last Updated: February 19, 2010
          Patrons…
          How important is it to have Patrons? How many do you have? I think it’s very important to have patrons for any charity or charitable organisation for several reasons.  It’s getting them thats the hard part. Patrons for me are saying to others that they like what we are doing and support us. I dont’t expect much from a patron as they have their own lives which in most cases are v...
          • Fish O Mania 2010

            Written by Nick No Comments
            Last Updated: February 12, 2010
            Fish O Mania 2010
            Well it’s that time of year again….The tickets were applied for and yesterday I got the e-mail telling me how many I got out of the 4 that I applied for. Things are going well for me so far this year…I got the place to fish in the World Carp Classic and now I have got all 4 tickets that I applied for with Fish O I will be at the following venues. Viaduct Fishery  on 10th April W...
            • BBC Interview “Updated”

              Written by Nick No Comments
              Last Updated: January 26, 2010
              BBC Interview “Updated”
              Well it was a very interesting morning….Rosie and I met Debbie Mccrory from Radio Cornwall at the Hele Barton Fishery at about 10-15am.   Debbie Mccrory What a lovely person, great personality, great to talk to and lots of fun. The interview lasted almost an hour and it was probably the best and easiest interview I have ever done. We chatted about Reels on Wheels, Fish-O-Mania and the Worl...
              • Tomorrow’s Interview

                Written by Nick No Comments
                Last Updated: January 25, 2010
                Tomorrow’s Interview
                Well tomorrow Tuesday I am doing a Radio Interview with BBC Radio Cornwall and they have asked if it can be done at a fishing venue so Rosie and I will be meeting them at Hele Barton Fishery in Cornwall. They will be talking about the World Carp Classic which is happening in September in France. They will also be talking about Reels on Wheels. Will update on this when I know more. ...
                • Sponsorship

                  Written by Nick 1 Comment
                  Last Updated: January 20, 2010
                  Sponsorship
                  I have found finding sponsorship one of the most hardest things on this planet. I know times are hard and its tough on everybody at the moment but what I dont understand is why many people you contact just ignore you…a nice reply saying “Sorry but at this moment in time…bla bla bla…but to just be ignored I find rude and offensive. Ok rant over…on the other side of the...
                  • WWC build up

                    Written by Nick No Comments
                    Last Updated: January 20, 2010
                    WWC build up
                    Well I got a place at the 2010 World Carp Classic and my fishing partner is my good mate Jim from Lancashire. The reason I feel that I want to fish this grueling event is to proove to myself that I can do it and  to show other disabled people that if you want to do something you will find a way. Martin Cronin who has fished this event before is helping me prepare by giving me tips on tackle etc&#...
                    • World Carp Classic 2010

                      Written by Nick 1 Comment
                      Last Updated: January 20, 2010
                      World Carp Classic 2010
                      Team Reels On Wheels, made up of Nick Rowe and Jim Williams have managed to secure themselves a place at this prestigious carp fishing event. Over 6 days and nights teams from nearly 30 countries will fish the 2700 acre Lac de Madine in North Eastern France in the hope of being crowned the World Carp Classic champions.   History When the World Carp Classic was launched in 1998 at Lac de Madine,...