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Fishing is freedom. It is as simple as that. Once out of that no wake zone and you hear that engine gaining RPMs an unexplainable feeling comes over you. All the weight you carry is left on land. The same land where that stress was created, that anxiety, all the pain you feel in the depths of your soul is gone. The wall you have raised and hardened over the years is now down and you remember what it’s like to feel no pain, you feel happiness for the first time in what seems like years.
~ Captain Jimmy
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Our array of services aims to address the multifaceted needs of veterans, supporting them in their journey toward wellness, stability, and community integration.
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Anonymous
Veteran
As an Army Special Operations combat veteran, my transition out of the military and into civilian life was full of unforeseen challenges. My mental health was at an all time low and felt like things were only getting worse. Shortly after beginning my transition, I was introduced to fellow combat veteran, and professional fisherman, Jimmy Armel. Jimmy invited me out for a Knot Lucky Fishing trip. I had no idea at the time that fishing and hanging out with the Knot Lucky crew would be as impactful as it was. Upon leaving an intense career in Special Operations I had a very difficult time experiencing normal joy, excitement, connection with others, etc. Today I can honestly say Knot Lucky was an instrumental component to my transition and re-discovery of myself post-military and left me with positive experiences burned into my memory forever.
Devon Swanson
Veteran
I can’t say enough about Captain Jimmy Armel. I knew him from a deployment we did back in ’09, and even then, he was one of the most solid, dependable dudes out there. Now, he’s running this awesome fishing charter for vets, and he’s seriously changing lives. When he took me out fishing, it was more than just a good time—it was like a reset. Jimmy’s doing big things for veterans, and I’m beyond grateful for him and all he’s got going on.
Kyle
Veteran
I moved to Savannah about 3 years ago after a very significant life change. To say I was a bit lost is an understatement. Fishing has always been a huge part of my life and my escape from the stress and realities of life. I saw Jimmy post about knot luck on Facebook and I decided to message him. He responded immediately and set up a time for us to get coffee. I was in a pretty low point in my life and was looking for something to help me get past it. Little did I know I would find a second family in Knot lucky! From off shore trips to inshore get togethers the knot lucky family continues to not only make a positive impact on my life but many others in the area. There’s very few activities that I enjoy more than getting off shore with the knot lucky crew.
Bad Luck Ben
Veteran
Knot Lucky for me has changed my life. I was a very heavy drinker when I first met Cpt. Jimmy. No real direction, no plans, just moving through life kind of numb. I had major problems in my personal life, house was a wreck, living with no electricity due to a small fire. I had plans of killing myself because I saw no way out. I ended up checking into VA mental ward to get my mind stable. When I got out, cpt. Jimmy and Knot Lucky was there with a plan and kept close contact to make sure I was OK. We went off shore a bunch of times and was able to talk and open up and relieve support. Today I am 2 years sober with no intentions of drinking, my mind is healing and I finally feel like I'm worth something. Thank you Knot Lucky.
