Fly-fishing programs catch on as therapy for troops and veterans recovering from trauma

Around the country, groups are teaching wounded troops and veterans to fly fish. While there's not much research on the therapeutic benefits, some say the experience helps them heal.
Around the country, groups are teaching wounded troops and veterans to fly fish. While there's not much research on the therapeutic benefits, some say the experience helps them heal. 

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Fly-fishing programs catch on as therapy for troops and veterans recovering from trauma

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