![]() I now design wheelchair access for fisheries which allows other disabled people to get out and about. “My Scheme vehicle gives me independence and that has led to me being able to help others. Peace and quiet and tranquility-you couldn’t get a better prescription from the doctor. Terry Moseley is the president of the BDAA and he agrees with Anthony: “Fishing to me is the ultimate pastime. Joining the British Disabled Angling Association (BDAA) is a great place to start and find fellow fishing enthusiasts. Luckily for keen fishers like Anthony, there is an organisation especially for disabled anglers and lots of support available. Terry Moseley, president of the British Disabled Angling Association, loves getting peace and quiet while fishing How do I get started? ![]() Here is some useful information on how fishing can be accessible for people with limited disabilities and how the Motability Scheme can help you enjoy this fantastic hobby. The car gives me the ability to do what I want when I want.” If I didn’t have a Scheme car I wouldn’t be able to do it because where I go fishing is at the top of a hill and I wouldn’t be able to get up there. “I passed my driving test and went straight onto the Motability Scheme. Motability Scheme customer Anthony has always enjoyed fishing, but as his mobility became more limited, he needed a car to continue enjoying his hobby. Add this to a large number of disabled people who go sea fishing, and it means that there are an awful lot of people who could use a Motability Scheme vehicle to access fishing! There are 45,000 disabled anglers buying coarse fishing licenses each year and a further 190,000 people aged 65 and over, many with mobility impairments, who enjoy fishing. Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)įishing is a very popular hobby-and with good reason! Many people find it relaxing, therapeutic and rewarding.Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window).Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window).
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