As a veteran who spent five years in the Army, with one of those years in a combat situation overseas, I know firsthand the daily struggles that many of my peers deal with on a daily basis. I was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after getting out of the military. Many people struggle with disabilities (not just PTSD), and Project Healing Waters has developed a program to help struggling Veterans.  

 

Traditional methods such as medication and therapy (while possibly useful), never truly helped my PTSD symptoms. Outdoor activities provided me with a therapeutic alternative to traditional treatment; moreover, every time I engage in outdoor activities (specifically fishing), some of my symptoms (anxiety, irritability, etc) would disappear. I noticed a trend of anxiety free days while fishing, and have found that it can help others, also. 

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​We volunteer with Project Healing Waters, a non-profit organization that takes disabled veterans fly fishing and are constantly looking for volunteers (people to row boats, shuttle drivers, instructors, etc).  Contact us if you would like to participate or volunteer in either of these programs. 

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