| Voices of Casting for Recovery
Casting for Recovery immerses breast cancer survivors in a retreat devoted to the psychosocial and physical aspects of recovery
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| "As a fly fisherwoman, fly tier and breast cancer expert, I heartily support Casting for Recovery as one of the best programs for breast cancer survivors that I know."
Susan Love, MD | |  |
|  | | "My body is tired but my spirit is renewed. I leave with memories of strong, beautiful women and a new experience to build on. I leave with the information that will help me to continue on as a survivor..." |
| Our retreats are an important and transforming experience with a focus on social support and group interactions, reducing the feeling of isolation many survivors might have. |
| "Life has such treasures that are there for the discovery.
We only need to take the steps to find them. You are incredible 'pieces of gold'." | |  |
| Casting for Recovery offers a forum for women with similar experiences to meet, learn a new skill and gain a respite from their everyday concerns. |
| "Every
year, Baseline's employees vote on our corporate charities. For 2005,
Casting for Recovery was the clear frontrunner, a great testimonial to their
important and life-altering work. We love getting updated on the programs
we're supporting...it's been a mutual gift."
Jill Dyche,
Partner - Baseline Consulting | |
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| We provide 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." Just as importantly, we offer an opportunity to meet new friends and have fun. |
| "To all who made this weekend possible: many thanks for the beauty of the setting, the inspiration of the women who instructed and the connection of the survivors present.
I never imagined I'd have the opportunity to enter the world of fly fishing. What fun and joy." | |  |
| If you or a loved one is a breast cancer survivor, contact Casting for Recovery to learn more about our free fly fishing retreats. Take part in a very special journey with us.
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""Breast cancer is known to affect one out of every eight women in the United States at some time in her life. The Hartford recognizes that this means there is a tremendous need for rehabilitation and recovery. We are incredibly proud to cast a line of support to Casting for Recovery, an organization whose programs focus on the next step in recovery and healing." said Brian Murphy, Executive Vice President, Hartford Life.""
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In addition to teaching the fundamentals of fly casting, entomology, knot-tying and equipment basics, Casting for Recovery retreats focus on spending time on the water practicing catch-and-release fishing. The motions of fly fishing technique provides a gentle exercise for joint and soft tissue mobility. | |
 | | "I know I speak for many of our associates when I say that Orvis is immensely proud of the founding role it played in supporting Casting For Recovery."
Perk Perkins, Orvis CEO |
"What a great experience, an opportunity to be treated with such graciousness fills my heart. People within your program are devoted, kind and giving.
God bless you all in your continued good work of being of service to those in need.
This is an experience I will always remember in truth, beauty, and goodness. Thank you all." | |  | |
| Whether you are woman who has or has had breast cancer, or whether you're already involved in fly fishing - come and be a part of our work of hope and recovery. | |
| "You've given me friends, new skills, and new hope." | |
| Come and be a part of the Casting for Recovery experience. And share in the message of hope, of health and joy in life! | |
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