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The best part of participating in a Rivers of Recovery program is our vets go home with all the basic gear they need to keep fly fishing when they get home. But our participants often

The Stars & Stripes Charity Fishing Tournament was held June 13-14, 2019, in Newburg, Maryland. All proceeds from the event directly benefited Rivers of Recovery. Mid River Guide Service hosted the tournament. Rivers of Recovery

The Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP) recently interviewed Rivers of Recovery leaders about the need for public lands access. It's a topic of particular importance for programs like RoR. Access to public lands is

Perhaps no one has a better understanding of the intricacies of fly fishing—and why it’s such a powerful way to heal from trauma—than the people who share their love of the sport with our veterans.

Alan E. Olsen received the Bronze Star for his service in the U.S. Army during WWII. He shared his experience with other veterans on our recent Michigan trip. Alan E. Olsen has seen history with

Rivers of Recovery held its annual Arkansas trip May 9-12, 2019, on the White River. The trip was made possible by Arkansas community members, who helped raise funds to support the Rivers of Recovery program

It’s not uncommon for veterans to react with healthy skepticism if they’ve never heard about Rivers of Recovery. They’ve got a good reason. Veteran scams are prolific, and they make it harder for legitimate organizations

One hot topic on Rivers of Recovery trips is the transition from military life to civilian life. This change can be particularly challenging for combat veterans, who often are working through war-related PTSD, depression, anxiety