Hope on the Rise
Hope on the Rise offers free fly fishing retreats to women at any stage, and with any type of cancer. Our mission is to provide the women we serve with an opportunity to join other women in learning to fly fish, while finding moments of healing and hope in the beauty of the outdoors.
Anglers who fly fish often talk of the sport as a graceful, contemplative, artful craft. Fly fishing invites reflection, stirs anticipation and hope, and reminds us to take pause and notice the beauty of our natural surroundings. In many cases, it is a metaphor for life itself.
Our Hope on the Rise (HOTR) retreats offer participants an opportunity to learn the essentials of fly fishing. As our weekend retreats unfold, a journey of healing begins. Participants immerse themselves in the excitement of a new adventure. Their worries fade with the cadence of their first cast. Friendships emerge and lives are enriched by the sharing of experiences. There is reflection, anticipation… hope.
Hope on the Rise is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and our retreats are entirely volunteer managed. Our work is made possible through the support of grants and the generosity of many donors who believe in the healing power of community and the outdoors.
Join us in casting a line of hope. Your contribution, no matter the size, will directly impact the lives of women facing cancer. Together, we can help them rise above their challenges and find renewed hope on the river.
