 While the look of joy and excitement could be seen on the faces of many anglers on Lake Bemidji over the weekend and this week's Northwood's adventure at Josh Peterson shows us how fishing has no boundaries brings a family of anglers together each year. 22 pontoons line the shore of Lake Bemidji Saturday as part of the 27th annual Fishing Has No Boundaries which provides anglers of all ages and disabilities a chance to go out on the lake and catch some fish. For many of the participants this is their only opportunity to enjoy this time honored Minnesota tradition. Living in northern Minnesota, not being able to get out on the water and do some fishing is kind of heartbreaking so one time a year we allow these people to be able to get out. This year 81 anglers took part in the fishing event. For the volunteers who put on the event they do it for the smiles and the look of joy on all of the participant's faces whether they catch a fish or not. I mean the smile and and and this the greatsons will be here from these people they catch a little perch or a rock bass or even a bull head or whatever the smile and they remember this. This yearly event draws participants from all over the Midwest for many fishing has no boundaries is compared to a family reunion providing an opportunity for old friends to share a common bond over catching the prize fish. Every year they all have stories about the fish they caught or getting rained on a little bit or getting a boat ride and the meals and everybody gets because they know they're going to get together one time a year. For the 81 anglers that were fishing they feel the event is a great way to meet new people and bond with friends that they rarely get to see. This is my like third year of doing it and nice to meet new people and made new friends and everyone had a fun time. For those who are lucky enough to catch a fish stories of reeling in their fish will last a lifetime. It was just a surprise for me but but it just came up and was he said it was Jimmy said it was time to reel in to move on and then the walleye came up. Those stories will echo throughout the year and will be retold again at next year's fishing has no boundaries. With this week's Northwood's adventure in Bemidji, Josh Peterson, Lakeland News. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.