Casting Beyond The Combat
Serving Veterans and First Responders Through the Healing Craft of Rod Building and the Therapeutic Benefits of Fishing
We are dedicated to supporting our nation’s veterans and first responders by engaging them in the enriching activities of rod building and therapeutic fishing. When done together, these meaningful pursuits not only foster a sense of community but also promote healing and well-being. Through personalized experiences and shared knowledge, we aim to empower these brave individuals, offering them a chance to reconnect with nature and find solace in the great outdoors.
OUR MISSION IS TO HELP VETERANS AND FIRST RESPONDERS BATTLING PTSD FIND PEACE, CAMARADERIE, AND PURPOSE THROUGH HANDS-ON CUSTOM ROD BUILDING AND GUIDED FISHING TRIPS.
FIRST STEP:
ROD BUILDING.
We firmly believe that providing a hands-on creative experience significantly enriches our minds and gives us a profound sense of accomplishment when the task is successfully seen through to completion. As veterans and first responders, we diligently see every task through to its conclusion. The careful creation of custom building rods truly satisfies this deep-rooted sense of accomplishment. This experience not only equips us with the means to go fishing, but it also enables us to build cherished memories that will last for years to come.
SECOND STEP:
GUIDED FISHING TRIPS.
Fishing is scientifically proven to lower stress levels and serves as a highly effective coping resource for individuals dealing with PTSD. We understand this from personal experience. Not only do these meaningful trips help us on a mental level, but they also foster strong bonds and a sense of camaraderie among participants, creating lasting memories and connections. The mission comes full circle when we take our participants fishing with the fishing rod they’ve built.
Help us, help them.
“At CBTC, we aim to turn Post Traumatic Stress to Post Traumatic Growth”
— Mark Lee
President of CBTC