Free Range Fishing
Gear
About our logos & stickers
Our logo and decals may be a little on the edgy side, but they are inspired from a couple of "edgy" guys. My purple heart grandfathers, both served in WWII. One, Joe Vaydich was a Navy sailor on the destroyer "USS Hopewell" that was hit and almost sunk before they made it back to port in the pacific theater. My other grandfather served in the European theater, Richard Aylesworth, a tail gunner of a bomber plane with a pinup girl painted on its nose. His B-24 Liberator's name was "The Paper Doll". Unfortunately, the Paper Doll didn't make it back from a bombing run, they were shot down and forced to jump out during an oil reserve bombing run in Germany. After jumping from his plane, Richard was captured by a NAZI patrol and was placed in a NAZI POW camp for 2 years before being liberated.
Hey There
Hello, I'm Ryan, the captain of F/V Hopewell. As an outdoor enthusiast, I cherish exploring, respecting our natural resources, and enhancing our experiences. Throughout my life, I have reveled in the stunning landscapes of Wisconsin, and passion for nature inspires me to teach my kids to appreciate and respect the environment while creating lasting memories. I’m committed to promoting mental health through outdoor activities and would love to take you on an unforgettable fishing adventure. Our offerings include memorable fishing trips and men's mental health coaching combined with outdoor experiences like fishing and hiking with trained mental health coach Keaton Lyons. (Men on Water)
In 2015, we founded Free Range Fishing after hearing stories of disappointing guided trips with unqualified captains and subpar tackle. We believe there’s a better way to enjoy the American outdoors, so we focus on producing high-quality, American-made tackle that we personally use, designed to elevate your fishing experience. We also offer custom gear, and we’re eager to create products tailored to your needs!
Feel free to email or call to book a men's mental health coaching experience, charter a fishing trip, or design your tackle.
Let’s bring your unique lure ideas to life Tight lines, peace, plentiful bounties, and happy sailing.
Your Skipper - Ryan
