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Free Fishing Licenses For Disabled Anglers By State

As a fishing publisher we’ve had a bit to do with organizations helping to make things easier for disabled anglers.

One thing we noticed was the information on free and discounted licenses for anglers with a disability in all states of the US had never been assembled in one place.

So we sat down to pull all this together in this article here, which contains a table of discounts and exemptions by state and a handy map showing this same info.

Overall, in researching this article we found:

  • 27 of the 50 states offer exemptions for anglers with a disability (depending on the extent of the disability)
  • 16 of the 50 states offer discounted fishing licenses for anglers with a disability (again, sometimes depends on extent)
  • 7 out of 50 states have no published program offering exemptions or discounts for fishing licenses for anglers with a disability.

You can use the map or the table below (click on the relevant state to be taken to the licensing page for further information) to determine the situation in your state.

Please remember we’ve made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information, but things change and errors can occur, so please contact us if you find any mistakes in this.

And be mindful that to qualify for a free or discounted license, many states have eligibility criteria on the extend of disability required. Some offer free licenses for blind anglers only, others state a certain percentage of incapacity or other requirement.

Going into the details of these requirements for each state is beyond the scope of this article, but we think this serves as a really useful starting point for anglers with a disability to see what the possibilities are and where to find more detailed information.

We sincerely hope this is useful – The Tackle Village team. See also our articles on fishing license exemptions and discounts for veterans and where to buy a fishing license and how much they cost in each state.

Fishing license exemptions and discount by state:

Alabama: Discounted
Alaska: NA
Arizona: Exempt if blind
Arkansas: Discounted
California: Exempt
Colorado: Exempt
Connecticut: Exempt
Delaware: NA
Florida: Exempt
Georgia: Discounted
Hawaii: Exempt
Idaho: Discounted
Illinois: Exempt
Indiana: NA
Iowa: Exempt
Kansas: NA
Kentucky: Discounted
Louisiana: Exempt
Maine: Exempt
Maryland: Exempt if blind
Massachusetts: Exempt
Michigan: NA
Minnesota: Exempt
Mississippi: Exempt
Missouri: Exempt

Montana: Discounted
Nebraska: Discounted
Nevada: Discounted
New Hampshire: Discounted
New Jersey: Exempt if blind
New Mexico: Discounted
New York: Exempt if blind
North Carolina: Exempt if blind
North Dakota: Discounted
Ohio: Exempt
Oklahoma: Exempt
Oregon: NA
Pennsylvania: NA
Rhode Island: Exempt
South Carolina: Exempt
South Dakota: Discounted
Tennessee: Discounted
Texas: Exempt
Utah: Exempt
Vermont: Exempt
Virginia: Exempt if blind
Washington: Discounted
West Virginia: Exempt
Wisconsin: Discounted
Wyoming: Discounted

Author: Rick Wallace is a passionate angler and fly fisher whose work has appeared in fishing publications including FlyLife. He is a regular on fly fishing podcasts and appeared in the international fly fishing film Predator.

Categories: Recreation

Location: National

IXL Educational Resources for Families & Teachers

This website, and the innovative programs it provides, have been highly recommended by families who need additional help to reinforce learning at home.

IXL enables personalized learning experiences utilizing innovative teaching tools. It has many educational resources and games for use by children, adults and teachers. Learning can be focused on individual needs.  Membership fees are cost-effective.

Categories: Adult Resources, Education, Family Education, Family Support, Parent Education, Post Secondary Education
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: National

Autism Speaks Survey to Determine Pandemic Needs

Autism Speaks, in collaboration with John Carroll University, invites you to participate in this survey to find out what people with autism and their families/caregivers need and experience during the COVID19 virus pandemic. By filling out this survey, you can help us:

(a) to advocate with state and federal government for services and supports that are needed by people with autism to ensure a safe return to work and community living;
(b) stimulate innovation and development of newer or technology-enabled services by understanding how the pandemic disrupted autistic peoples’ lives;
(c) respond to the needs of autism community.

Your participation in this survey is completely voluntary. You must be at least 18 years old to participate in the survey. It should take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Your information and responses will remain confidential, and we will not be collecting any identifiable information. Only data at aggregated levels will be used for reporting. Ten percent of the first 2000 completed responses will be eligible for a $10 e-gift card. If you are interested in being eligible to receive the gift card, please do not forget to answer all required questions and provide your email address at the end of the survey. You may skip question(s) non-required questions or end the survey at any point. Note that you will not be eligible for the $10 gift card if you choose to end the survey. There are no consequences or penalties if you choose to do so.

If you have trouble understanding any of the questions, feel free to contact Arun Karpur (arun.karpur@autismspeaks.org).
Click here to begin the survey (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JCU_AS_COVID19).

You can also obtain more information on the SurveyMonkey privacy policy here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/mp/legal/privacy-policy/.

Categories: Adult Resources, Asperger's Syndrome, Autism Advocacy, Family Support, Health, Safety

Location: National

Autism Speaks YouTube Online Tool Kits: Videos, Playlists and More

Autism Speaks has video presentations and Tool Kits available on YouTube.  Go to this link to access the resources.

Categories: Adult Resources, Advocacy, Autism Advocacy, Autism Diagnosis, Behavioral Resources, Family Education, Family Support, Information & Referral Services, Video
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: National

My Next Move: An Online Tool for Choosing a Career

My Next Move is an interactive tool for job seekers and students to learn more about their career options. My Next Move has tasks, skills, salary information, and more for over 900 different careers. Users can find careers through keyword search; by browsing industries that employ different types of workers; or through the O*NET Interest Profiler, a tool that offers personalized career suggestions based on a person’s interests and level of work experience.

My Next Move is developed and maintained by the National Center for O*NET Development, under the sponsorship of the US Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) through a grant to the North Carolina Department of Commerce. Learn more about O*NET.  For an overview of the search features and content, download the two-page “Desk Aid” PDF.

Go here to search for career options that match your interests.

Categories: Adult Resources, Employment, Family Support, Information & Referral Services, Transition Information
Age Ranges: 13 to 18, 18 to 22, 22 and Up
Location: National

Autism Speaks: Autism Response Team (ART)

The Autism Response Team (ART) is an information line for the autism community. Team members are specially trained to provide personalized information and resources for people with autism and their families.

Call our toll-free number or send us an email – we’re available Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. in all time zones. Live chat is also available between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET.  Your call will be routed to the team member for your region. We also have a dedicated Spanish language toll-free number.

1-888-AUTISM2 (1-888-288-4762)
En Español: 1-888-772-9050
Email:   help@autismspeaks.org


Categories: Adult Resources, Advocacy, Autism Advocacy, Autism Diagnosis, Behavioral Resources, Bilingual, Education, Employment, Family Support, Information & Referral Services, Self Determination
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: National

Online Quick Tips Videos for Parent & Caregiver Support

Autism Speaks is offering a Caregiver Quick Tips video series online to teach how to use play and everyday routines to teach sharing, expand communication and learn new skills. Learn more about these videos here.

Categories: Behavioral Resources, Communication/Speech & Language, COVID-19 Resources, Education, Family Support, Social Skills, Video
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: National

Education Resources & Guidance for the Covid-19 Pandemic

The State Council on Developmental Disabilities has compiled a list of resources for parents and educators from national, state and non-governmental organizations for parents and educators:
 
California Department of Education (CDE) Resources
  • Stronger Together: A Guidebook for the Safe Reopening of California’s Public Schools – June 8, 2020
  • COVID-19 Industry Guidance: Schools and School-Based Programs – June 5, 2020
  • Special Education Guidance for COVID-19: COVID-19 School Closures and Services to Students with Disabilities – April 9, 2020
  • CDE Webpage with General COVID-19 Resources
U.S. Department of Education (ED) Resources
  • Questions and Answers on Providing Services to Children with Disabilities During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Outbreak – March 2020
  • Fact Sheet: Addressing the Risk of COVID-19 in Schools While Protecting the Civil Rights of Students – March 16, 2020
  • Supplemental Fact Sheet: Addressing the Risk of COVID-19 in Preschool, Elementary and Secondary Schools While Serving Children with Disabilities – March 21, 2020
  • ED Webpage with General COVID-19 Resources and Special Education & Rehabilitative Services
Resources from State and National Advocacy Organizations
  • Supporting Inclusive Practices: Distance Learning Innovations for Special Education: Resource Library
  • Educating All Learners During the COVID-19 Disaster: An Alliance Dedicated to Equity for Complex Learners: Resource Library
  • National Center for Learning Disabilities: Parent Advocacy Toolkit: Using Resources to Help School Districts Serve Students with Learning and Attention Issues During COVID-19
  • California County Superintendents Educational Services Association: COVID-19 Notices on Distance Learning and Campus Closures: County by County
  • Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates Position Statement on Provision of Compensatory Education In Response to Lost Education as a Result of COVID-19
  • Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates Recommendations on the Provision of FAPE to Students with Disabilities When a Parent Opts to Keep Their Child Home During the 2020-2021 School Year
  • Southern Poverty Law Center COVID-19 School Closures School Services Tracker
  • Center for Parent Information and Resources Library
  • PEAK Parent Center Region D Zone Home
Please check with your County Office of Education and school district for additional resources and other information specific to your region.

Categories: Adult Resources, Advocacy, Autism Advocacy, Education, Family Support, Health, Inclusion, Legal Rights, Medical Information
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: Local, National

Driving with Autism: Prepare for Your Driver’s Test

There is no law against driving with autism, but of course, driving is an enormous responsibility that all drivers should take seriously – and particularly when preparing for their licensing exam. A driver’s license can be your ticket to many advancement opportunities in your life. It can help you socially by enabling you to attend more community activities and help you commit to a steady employment schedule.  Go here to learn more about driving readiness and get helpful hints about how to prepare for your driver’s license exam.

 

Categories: Adult Resources, Family Support, Safety, Transportation, Other
Age Ranges: 16 and Up
Location: National

Let’s Talk Learning Differences

Let’s Talk Learning Differences addresses critically important social justice and equity of educational opportunity issues faced by those in the neuro-diverse community.

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Categories: AD/HD, Autism Advocacy, Autism Diagnosis, Education, Legal Rights, Parent Education
Age Ranges: All Ages
Location: Local, National, International

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