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2026 VIP Fishing Tournament - October dates to be announced

Every October, VIPs can choose to participate in the vision and Impaired fishing tournament at the NC Outer Banks

The North Carolina Lions VIP Fishing Tournament is the largest gathering of visually impaired in North Carolina and is believed to be the largest event of its kind in the world. The three-day event attracts more than 350 visually impaired persons and 300 volunteers to the Outer Banks each year. for an  educational, recreational, and personal growth opportunity.

The registration deadline is TBD. When set, VIPs and volunteers can apply here:

ALSO ... Anyone can participate in an On Line Charity Auction with up to $45,000 of goods, service and trips. The 2026 event dates are not yet set. When set, click here to See HOW

Supporters and volunteers are always needed. You can also donate financially

 

With The High Country Visually Impaired Support Group, whatever the Degree of Vision Loss, there are people, systems, activities, and social functions open to all Visually Impaired Persons (VIPs).

In addition to sharing and serving as resource support people for each other and connecting to various agencies offering help and tools, VIPs also enjoy parties, outings like picnics and kayaking, mini golf, hiking, and much more. In addition, the VIP Group has access to and is supported by the Boone Area Lions Club, North Carolina Lions and, even indirectly, by Lions Clubs International. If you would like to know about the Lions click here. If you are vision impaired or know someone who is, please connect with us.

For the latest free Lions Vision Screening and exam info click here

How to Meet Us and Meet Up
The High Country Visually Impaired Support Club meets quarterly at the Lois Harrill Senior Center located at 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Suite A, Boone. In addition, there are occasional special meetings and many fun and educational activities, such as picnics, blind mini golf, excursions, and holiday parties. For more information and for an application form to join the group, click on the contact menu tab or email boonelionsvision@gmail.com.

Recent Fun events and what's coming up: A Trip to the apple orchard at Alta-pass, a Trip to Mayberry (Mt Airy) and a shopping trip in November. Stay tuned for more and please browse this site for many links to many activities and assistance.

On December 16th, 2025 at 1:00 p.m., the VIPs met at the Grace Lutheran Fellowship Hall to celebrate Christmas with food, a gift exchange and surprise fun activities. We even had a concert from diva violinist VIP Member Laura and Guitarist VIP Jessie Smith. VIPS exchanged gifts and bid in auction for various practical and decorative items using provided blank tickets as currency.

Click to See and Hear Laura and Jessie Play

Click Here for a complete Photo Album Collection

Note: This site is new and under development. More to come as we enter 2026.