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Join Us In Celebrating FTGF's First Executive Director: Jim Flint
Join us in celebrating Jim Flint as he steps into the role of Fishing the Good Fight’s first Executive Director! Here’s a message from...
Fishing the Good Fight
Sep 4, 20242 min read
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Getting Unstuck – Cultivating Curiosity Podcast: "Fishing the Good Fight—Healing on the Stream for Men with Mental Health Issues"
Originally posted on QueticoCoaching.com This episode delves into the innovative work of “Fishing the Good Fight,” a non-profit that...
Fishing the Good Fight
Jun 26, 20242 min read
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Colorado Country Life: "FISHING THE GOOD FIGHT"
Hooked on nature, hooked on healing Jennings Hester, 35, is standing knee-deep in the South Platte River outside Denver. It’s far more...
Fishing the Good Fight
May 6, 20247 min read
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Reflections from Arkansas River Retreat - April 12-14, 2024
As we gathered in our final circle before departing the retreat, the impact the weekend had on all of us was palpable. Our retreats are...
Jim Flint
Apr 15, 20241 min read
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Finding Hope Amidst Darkness: A Journey Through Suicide, Addiction, and the Power of Male Friendship
*Trigger Warning: this blog contains content discussing suicide and drug-related language. If you or someone you know is struggling,...
Anonymous
Apr 9, 20242 min read
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Thirst Colorado: "Real Men Reel Therapy"
By the Thirst Team COLORADO NON-PROFIT IS IMPROVING MENTAL HEALTH WITH EACH CAST By Kyle Kirves In “A River Runs Through It,” perhaps the...
Fishing the Good Fight
Mar 13, 20244 min read
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Why Should I Attend a FTGF Retreat?
Eric Syverson (left) and Spencer White (right) have attended FTGF retreats as both participants and volunteers, and they bring a wealth...
Fishing the Good Fight
Jan 25, 20242 min read
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Reflections on the Power of Retreats
As I sit here reflecting on our recent retreat trying to put my thoughts into words I am watching my phone light up as participants from...
Alan Pitts
Oct 10, 20233 min read
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Thirst Colorado: "Music festival aims to improve mental health"
By the Thirst Team Like many men, Jennings Hester struggled silently with depression and anxiety for a decade. After finally seeing a...
Fishing the Good Fight
Aug 22, 20232 min read
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Fox31 Denver: "‘Fishing The Good Fight’: The healing power of fly fishing and nature"
Mental health is not always easy to talk about – especially for men. ‘Fishing The Good Fight‘ is here to help. Their mission is to...
Fishing the Good Fight
May 23, 20231 min read
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The Danger of a Lone Wolf Mentality: The Power of Men’s Groups
by Craig Freund MA, LPC In recent years, the metaphor of the lone wolf has been embraced by many men in our modern society. This metaphor...
Craig Freund MA, LPC
Apr 27, 20235 min read
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Meet Bradey Hall
Bradey, you’ve been working with Fishing the Good Fight for quite some time, what got you interested in the organization? I met the...
Fishing the Good Fight
Apr 18, 20235 min read
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Mindfulness Meditation with Rodney Sanchez
For those who might not have experienced mindfulness or meditation before, can you give us a brief primer on what exactly it is? Please...
Fishing the Good Fight
Mar 23, 20238 min read
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Connecting Sleep and Mental Health
Do you have friends or family say that you snore loudly? Stop breathing during sleep? Feel unrested when waking up? Have daytime...
Neeraj Sathe, DO
Feb 22, 20232 min read
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Meet Matt Bynum
Matt, you’ve been working with FTGF for several years now. How did you get involved? I am a counselor at Elevated Counseling in Denver,...
Kateri Kramer
Feb 9, 20234 min read
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Late Fall Fly Selection
We're quickly approaching Winter Fly Fishing, which means it's time to whip out the small flies. The only time we aren't fishing small...
Jennings Hester
Nov 26, 20222 min read
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The Seasonal Guide to Fly Fishing in Colorado
Spring fishing is here! That means seasonal fisherman, crowded rivers and complex hatches. If you're curious about skipping all the...
Jennings Hester
Nov 16, 20224 min read
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All about those zzzzz's
"Your life is a reflection of how you sleep, and how you sleep is a reflection of your life." -Dr. Rafael Pelayo Sleep is necessary to...
Pamela Chapman
Nov 7, 20225 min read
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10 Proven Summer Flies
Summer fly fishing in Colorado can take a creative approach to avoid pressured fisheries and smart trout. Here are 10 product flies.
Fishing the Good Fight
Jun 27, 20224 min read
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Fishing the Good Fight
Jun 1, 20220 min read
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