Hailing from Burlington, Wisconsin, Kent was surrounded by inspirational outdoorsmen from an early age. His foundation, motivation, and drive were instilled primarily by his father through a connection with the outdoors and a love for nature.This passion led Kent down the path of Public Service, where he continues to positively impact the lives of his fellow citizens through community recreation programs for the City of Greenfield, WI. When not engaged with his normal employment duties Kent dedicates his time and human capital to HERO Fishing. Building on the dream of his father, Kent along with his wife Danielle have propelled HERO Fishing as a world-renowned non-profit that gives back to the Military, Veteran, Education, and First Responder community. His gracious generosity and motivation have impacted countless members of the Community ensuring the values of HERO Fishing are resonated far and wide. kent.perleberg@herofishing.org

I grew up being taught to fish by my father and grandfather. Some of my first memories of fishing were 2 trips that my father, Grandfather, brother, and I went up to Canada for a few day fishing trip each time. I remember that my father and brother were always in one boat and I had the pleasure of joining my grandfather. On these trips, my grandfather always brought his fly rod and would usually spend a morning trying to pull in some Bass or Northern on the fly. One day I told my father that this was something I wanted to learn and try. We all attended a fly fishing class and this is where I fell in love with the sport. As my 8th grade graduation was coming up my grandparents had the brilliant idea of gifting me a fly rod. I was so ecstatic about this gift, meanwhile, all my friends were getting phones or other electronics. I had no care in those items and instead, I bragged about my fly rod like it was gold. Since that day I have been primarily fishing with a fly rod in my hand. I have been fortunate enough to be able to catch a ton of different species on the fly and look to expand those in the future. As I got older and wanted to continue to fish through the year I was exposed to some friends who ice-fished. I remember as soon as we got done I went out and bought all the bare essentials and I haven’t looked back yet. With all the joy and self-reflection time I get from fishing, I have enjoyed volunteering with Hero Fishing to be able to provide that same opportunity for others. info@herofishing.org

Ever since Kimber was a little girl, she loved the outdoors and credits her parents with introducing her to the sport of fishing. Growing up in southwest Wisconsin, she spent countless hours chasing trout on the areas numerus streams as well as pan fishing at her families Cabin in the Upper Peninsula. Today, Kimber has grown into a complete and accomplished multi species angler as well as a well-respected leader and role model among the lady angler community. Although stream trout continues to be her favorite, weather she is on ice, in her kayak or in waders with a fly rod in hand, fishing is her passion. Kimber currently lives in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin with her Husband, Zach, and her two dogs, Abby and Sam. She has been working as registered nurse since 2015. Other hobbies of hers include working out, gardening, hunting, painting and reading.

Dani founded Hero Fishing in 2017 with her husband and President, Kent Perleberg. She volunteers and dedicates her time to Hero Fishing and serving our Heroes. info@herofishing.org