Thanks for checking out my campaign. My name is Freddy. I am riding my bicycle from New York City all the way down to far far South Florida, camping all along the way, to raise money and awareness for a charity that is near and dear to my heart; Heroes on the Water. Heroes on the Water helps our Nation’s warriors and veterans from all branches of the United States military unwind using the therapeutic qualities of fishing from kayaks. What looks like a day trip of paddling and fishing is in fact something much deeper and long-lasting.

As a veteran of the United States Coast Guard and an avid kayak angler, I feel very strongly that we all have a duty to help and love these men and women who have risked all for us. Research shows that many of our returning war veterans who suffer from PTSD, depression and other mental health problems simply do not receive the care and attention they deserve and need. Personal experience has shown me that fishing can help in a multitude of ways.

Please help me raise awareness and money for this amazing charity. My trip is currently my underway and will conclude with a finale, competing in the 2015 Extreme Kayak Fishing Battle in the Bahamas, April 23-26. Donate now and follow me on this amazing journey at www.pedalpirate.com. @pedalpirate