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Our Mission

Our mission is to enhance the physical and emotional well-being of service-connected disabled veterans by offering a supportive, understanding community centered around the art of fly fishing in Northern California.

Why Fly Fishing?

Fly fishing is not just a pastime. It is a therapeutic activity that promotes relaxation, mindfulness, and a connection with nature and fellow veterans. Our program aims to provide that peaceful and healing experience.

2026 Fundraising Events Supporting Hooked on Healing

Explore the Sundial Challenge and all fundraising options in one place, including banquet tickets and raffle entries.

Every dollar raised goes directly to supporting our veterans, and Hooked on Healing is 100 percent volunteer led with no paid staff.

Hooked on Healing Banquet

April 25, 2026 · Doors open at 4:30 PM

Redding Elks Lodge #1073

250 Elk Dr, Redding, CA

An evening of connection, stories, raffles, and live and silent auctions to support disabled veterans through the healing power of fly fishing.

Sundial Challenge

April 26, 2026 · 6:00 AM

Sacramento River at the Sundial Bridge

A friendly fishing competition with veterans, sponsors, and friends. Prizes for most fish, biggest fish, and smallest fish, with breakfast and lunch provided.

Custom Fly Rod Raffle

Now through April 25, 2026

Drawing at the 2026 Hooked on Healing Banquet

Win a custom-built fly rod, matching reel, and handcrafted net. You do not need to be present to win, and every ticket supports our veteran programs.

View Fundraisers & Get Tickets

Banquet tickets, raffle entries, and event details are all available on the Sundial Challenge page.

What We Are Doing

At Hooked on Healing, we are proud of the community we are building with our veterans, volunteers, and supporters.

The numbers below offer a quick snapshot of what your support helped make possible in 2025.

Who You Help Support

These numbers show how many veterans are in the program today and how much structured instruction they receive.

Veterans Currently Supported
40
New Veterans Welcomed in 2025
9
Classroom Hours of Instruction in 2025
100+

Skill Building and Safety

With your support, veterans receive focused instruction that builds skill, confidence, and safety on the water.

Fly Casting Training Hours
20
Fly Tying Training Hours
20
Knot Tying Training Hours
15
Entomology Training Hours
10
Boat & Float Tube Safety Training Hours
20
Local Fishing Location Instruction Hours
9

Veteran Experience Outcomes

These metrics highlight the meaningful experiences and time outdoors that veterans receive through your support.

Guided Outings Completed
24
Overnight Experiences Provided
18
Average Outings per Veteran
2.3

Behind each number is a veteran finding new strength, new knowledge, and new connection in the outdoors. These experiences are made possible through the commitment of donors, volunteers, and partners who believe in the power of nature to restore well being.

The sections below describe how these moments of progress and healing take shape.

Program Highlights

  • Weekly meetings on casting, knots, safety, entomology, and more.
  • Exclusive outings on private waters and guided drift boat trips.
  • Personalized one-on-one experiences tailored to each veteran.
  • A supportive community where veterans can connect, share, and heal together.

Join Us

Get Involved

  • Volunteer: Share your skills and passion for fly fishing while supporting veterans on and off the water.
  • Donate: Help expand our programs and reach more veterans in need throughout Northern California.
  • Spread the Word: Tell others about Hooked on Healing and invite veterans, friends, and community partners to join us.

Ready to Support Hooked on Healing?

Choose the path that fits you best: donate, volunteer, or explore our programs and see everything we offer veterans.

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Donate Today

Help keep veterans on the water with safe gear, access to private water, and classroom instruction.

Volunteer working carefully at a workbench

Volunteer With Us

Share your skills in casting, rowing, safety, and mentorship to support veterans on and off the water.

Stonefly nymph in an open hand

Explore Our Programs

From entomology and knot tying to drift boat days and private water outings, see everything Hooked on Healing offers.