summary

Mark Forster from Project Healing Waters joins the Brand Lincoln podcast to discuss the organization's mission of providing non-clinical physical and recreational therapy for disabled veterans and injured service members through fly fishing. The conversation covers topics such as the different activities involved in fly fishing, the benefits of the therapy, fundraising efforts, and how to get involved as a volunteer or participant. Mark also shares his personal journey with fly fishing and highlights some of his favorite local restaurants in Lincoln.

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Project Healing Waters, fly fishing, physical therapy, recreational therapy, disabled veterans, injured service members, fundraising, volunteer, participant, local restaurants

takeaways

• Project Healing Waters is a national nonprofit that provides non-clinical physical and recreational therapy for disabled veterans and injured service members through fly fishing.
• The therapy involves activities such as fly fishing education, fly rod building, fly tying, casting, and fishing trips.
• Fly fishing offers physical and mental health benefits, including improved hand-eye coordination, concentration, and camaraderie among veterans.
• The organization relies on fundraising efforts, grants, and partnerships with local businesses to support its programs.
• Anyone can get involved with Project Healing Waters as a volunteer or participant by visiting their website or contacting the organization directly.
• Lincoln has a variety of local restaurants that support the organization and offer great dining experiences.