Special Programs
Casting for Recovery
Casting for Recovery (CFR) is a national non-profit, support and educational program for women who have or have had breast cancer.
It provides an opportunity for women whose lives have been profoundly affected by the disease to gather in a beautiful, natural setting and learn fly-fishing, "a sport for life." The program also offers the opportunity to meet new friends and have fun. Weekend retreats incorporate counseling, educational services and the sport of fly-fishing to promote mental and physical healing.
- Participants learn the fundamentals of fly casting, entomology, knot-tying, equipment basics -- but most importantly, participants spend time on the water practicing catch-and-release fishing.
- Counseling and medical information are available throughout the weekend
- Educational resources are available, such as fly-fishing opportunities and breast cancer information
- Women are encouraged to participate at their own comfort level.
History of Casting for Recovery
Founded in 1996, CFR has been offereing free retreats across the country. The program relies on local volunteers and organizations to support out community based retreats.
For more information:
Casting for Recovery
P.O. Box 1123
Manchester, Vermont 05254
1-888-553-3500
[email protected]
web site: www.castingforrecovery.org
