Obsessive Compulsive Fishing (O.C.F.)

• Obsessive Compulsive Fishing (O.C.F.) is a condition that affects millions of anglers each year. Fortunately there's a safe haven that welcomes those with the complexities of O.C.F. It's called Ely, Minnesota.
• Ely celebrates O.C.F. and supports it wholeheartedly. With over 5,000 lakes, streams and rivers to fish, Ely offers comfort and serenity for all O.C.F.-ers.
• Plus, Ely's fine lodging facilities and world-renowned wilderness canoe outfitters are always on hand to offer support to those living with O.C.F. Ely serves as a sanctuary for O.C.F.-ers. Ely is the ultimate destination for Obsessive Compulsive Fishing.
• To spread the word about O.C.F. we've invested in flyers, brochures, radio time, print advertising, the internet, and even a 1-800 line, all in an effort to get the word out about O.C.F. and the support we can offer through our fishing community.
• Check back with us in mid-January to learn more about O.C.F. In the meantime, visit www.ely.org to plan your next fishing trip in Ely, Minnesota.

What is O.C.F?

Obsessive Compulsive Fishing (O.C.F.) is a condition that affects millions of anglers each year. Fortunately there's a safe haven that welcomes those with the complexities of O.C.F. It's called Ely, Minnesota.

Could you expand on that?

Sure. These days it seems like everything in the world needs a support group. Obsessive Compulsive Fishing (O.C.F.) is one condition that has been ignored for far too long because all anglers, to some degree, are obsessed with fishing. And they, too, need support and understanding. That's why Ely celebrates O.C.F.

So how does Ely support anglers living with O.C.F.?

Some would consider O.C.F. a sickness. We think it's healthy. In fact, Ely celebrates O.C.F. and supports it wholeheartedly. With over 5,000 lakes, streams and rivers to fish, Ely offers comfort and serenity for all O.C.F.-ers. Plus, Ely's fine lodging and world-renowned wilderness canoe outfitters are always on hand to offer support to those living with O.C.F. Ely serves as a sanctuary for O.C.F.-ers. Yes, it is the ultimate destination for Obsessive Compulsive Fishing.

How is Ely spreading the word about O.C.F.?

We at Ely are passionate about O.C.F. and want to provide support to as many O.C.F-ers as possible. To spread the word about O.C.F. we've invested in flyers, brochures, radio time, print advertising, the internet, and even a 1-800 line, all in an effort to get the word out about O.C.F. and the support we can offer through our fishing community.

How can I help?

Most likely you have a friend or loved one with O.C.F. The simple gesture of handing them an O.C.F. brochure or directing them to Ely.org is all it takes for you to help spread the word about Obsessive Compulsive Fishing.

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