Therapeutic Fly Fishing Programs & Events
We hope to launch programs & events in Summer of 2026, please check back for updates
Therapeutic Outdoor Programs for Veterans & Active-Duty Military Service Members
Our Fly Fishing for Veterans program offers a unique opportunity for veterans and their families to experience healing through the natural serenity of Maine’s outdoors. Fly fishing provides a calming, mindful experience that encourages emotional recovery, stress relief, and reconnection. In a peaceful, supportive setting, participants rediscover balance and strength while engaging in guided sessions designed to nurture overall well-being.
Yet this program is far more than fishing—it’s about community, camaraderie, and belonging. Veterans and their families share meaningful experiences together, strengthening bonds and supporting one another on their path to healing.
With the guidance of trained staff and volunteers, each participant receives personalized attention and care, ensuring that both new and experienced anglers feel welcomed and supported. Beyond skill-building, every cast becomes a step toward reducing anxiety, alleviating PTSD symptoms, and fostering emotional resilience.
At River’s Bend Trout–Sebec (RBT-S), we honor the service of our nation’s heroes by providing them with the space, tools, and community to heal—one cast at a time.
Nature Immersion Experienced Therapy
- Learn the art of fly fishing in a serene environment.
- Become one with nature and calmness of the river to relieve stress and anxiety.
- Engage with nature for physical and emotional healing.
- Join us others in creating a supportive community for healing and support.
Community Support and Engagement
- Customized programs for Veterans and active-duty military service members & their families
- Reconnect with nature and improve mental health.
- Therapy facilitated by trained Therapeutic Fly-Fishing with (TF-EMDR) mental health professional
Therapeutic Fly Fishing & TF-EMDR Integration
- Customized programs for Veterans and active-duty military service members & their families
- Reconnect with nature and improve mental health.
- Therapy facilitated by trained Therapeutic Fly-Fishing with (TF-EMDR) mental health professional Therapy Facilitated by Trained Mental Health Professionals, integrating Therapeutic Fly-Fishing with TF-EMDR (Trauma-Focused Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) for a comprehensive, evidence-based healing approach.
- Rediscover Peace—one cast at a time, in the calm of Maine’s natural surroundings.
Therapeutic Fly Fishing Programs for First Responders
Our Fly Fishing for First Responders program is designed specifically to support first responders and their families. Those who dedicate their lives to protecting and caring for others often face immense pressures that can affect their mental and emotional health. This program offers a restorative escape—an opportunity to reconnect, relax, and heal in the tranquil surroundings of Maine’s natural landscape.
Fly fishing provides a therapeutic outlet for emotional recovery. The rhythmic, meditative motions of casting, combined with the soothing sounds of nature, help reduce stress, lower anxiety, and promote mindfulness. Participants are encouraged to slow down, breathe deeply, and let the natural rhythm of the river bring calm and clarity.
Within this peaceful and supportive setting, first responders and their families share meaningful moments together—building connection, resilience, and renewal. Guided by experienced staff and volunteers, each participant is offered a safe, welcoming space to focus on well-being and self-care.
At River’s Bend Trout–Sebec (RBT-S), we honor the courage and dedication of our first responders by creating opportunities for healing, growth, and peace—one cast at a time.
Nature Immersion Experienced Therapy
- Learn to fly fish in a serene environment
- Engage with nature for mental and physical healing.
- Connect with others through meaningful outdoor activities.
Community and Family Engagement
- Experienced guides provide personalized attention.
- Foster a supportive community among participants.
- Therapy facilitated by trained Therapeutic Fly-Fishing with EMDR (TF-EMDR) mental health professional
Therapeutic Fly Fishing Programs for Educators
When you dedicate your energy to nurturing young minds every day, it’s easy to forget to nurture your own. Fly Fishing for Educators is a restorative program created exclusively for teachers, administrators, and school staff, offering a peaceful retreat within the natural beauty of Maine. This is your opportunity to cast away the cumulative stress of the school year—the lesson planning, long days, and emotional weight that come with caring deeply for your students.
The rhythmic and contemplative aspects of fly fishing provide an effective countermeasure to burnout. With each cast, you’re invited to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with the moment. Immersed in the serenity of the outdoors—far from bells, screens, and deadlines—you can decompress, reflect, and rediscover your inner balance.
At River’s Bend Trout–Sebec (RBT-S), we believe that to inspire others, you must first be inspired. To fill others’ cups, your own must be full. This program provides the space, support, and sense of community needed to replenish your energy, rekindle your passion, and restore your well-being.
Join fellow educators for an experience that honors your vital work and invests in your most important resource: you.
Nature Immersion Experiences
- Learn to fly fish in a serene environment that sooths the soul.
- Engage with nature for mental and emotional recovery and renewal.
Community and Family Engagement
- Experienced guides provide personalized attention.
- Foster a supportive community among participants.
- Connect with loved ones through meaningful outdoor activities.
- Commune with nature and embrace it's healing powers to rejuvenate you.
Therapeutic Fly Fishing Programs for Families & Caregivers
This program is specifically designed to support the families and caregivers of our nation's veterans and first responders, recognizing the profound and often overlooked sacrifices they make. The relentless demands of supporting a loved one who has served can be emotionally and physically exhausting. Our therapeutic fly fishing program offers these dedicated families a vital opportunity to heal, reconnect, and recharge amidst the natural serenity of Maine. By immersing themselves in the restorative practice of fly fishing and the calming influence of nature, family members can reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and find a renewed sense of peace. This program provides a supportive community and a necessary respite, honoring their crucial role and helping to strengthen family bonds for the well-being of all.
Nature Immersion Experiences
- Experienced guides provide personal attention
- Engage with nature for mental and physical healing
- Connect with loved ones through meaningful outdoor activities
Community and Family Engagement
- Commune with nature and embrace it's healing powers
- Foster a supportive community among participants
- Connect with loved ones through meaningful outdoor activities