_PNG.png)
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...
top of page
Search
Fishing the Good Fight
Jun 262 min read
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...
98 views0 comments
Fishing the Good Fight
May 67 min read
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...
59 views0 comments
Jim Flint
Apr 151 min read
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...
67 views0 comments
Anonymous
Apr 92 min read
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,...
69 views1 comment
Fishing the Good Fight
Mar 134 min read
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...
56 views0 comments
Fishing the Good Fight
Jan 252 min read
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...
84 views0 comments
Alan Pitts
Oct 9, 20233 min read
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...
79 views0 comments
Fishing the Good Fight
Aug 22, 20232 min read
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...
28 views0 comments
Fishing the Good Fight
May 23, 20231 min read
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...
17 views0 comments
Craig Freund MA, LPC
Apr 27, 20235 min read
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...
121 views0 comments
Fishing the Good Fight
Apr 18, 20235 min read
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...
99 views0 comments
Fishing the Good Fight
Mar 23, 20238 min read
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...
103 views0 comments
Neeraj Sathe, DO
Feb 22, 20232 min read
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...
127 views0 comments
Kateri Kramer
Feb 9, 20234 min read
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,...
124 views0 comments
Jennings Hester
Nov 26, 20222 min read
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...
68 views0 comments
Jennings Hester
Nov 16, 20224 min read
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...
2,079 views0 comments
Pamela Chapman
Nov 7, 20225 min read
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...
67 views0 comments
Fishing the Good Fight
Jun 27, 20224 min read
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.
509 views0 comments
bottom of page