Project Healing Waters- Richmond program

Project Healing Waters- Richmond program At the Project Healing Waters, Richmond program. We are dedicated to healing America’s Veterans through the therapeutic art of fly fishing.

We aim to foster restoration, resilience, community, and lasting connections in the journey towards healing. Project Healing Waters is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization incorporated in the State of Maryland. PHWFF is dependent on tax-deductible donations and the help of numerous volunteers to meet the educational, equipment, transportation, and related needs of the participants.

Standing in the water, participants take a moment to study their surroundings before making the next cast. Fly fishing i...
06/01/2026

Standing in the water, participants take a moment to study their surroundings before making the next cast. Fly fishing is more than just catching fish with bugs, it's about reading the water, watching the currents, looking for signs of feeding trout, and staying connected to the natural world around them. Every cast begins with patience, observation, and preparation, as anglers focus on the details that can lead to that next unforgetable catch. It's in these quiet moments on the water where skill, mindfulness, and the anticipation of a tight line all come together.

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After fly fishing on the legendary Beaverkill, nothing beats sitting down for a nice meal at Beaverkill Campground. Good...
06/01/2026

After fly fishing on the legendary Beaverkill, nothing beats sitting down for a nice meal at Beaverkill Campground. Good food, great stories, and plenty of laughs around the table. The fish were just part of the day, the camaraderie and friendships are what make these trips special!

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Participant James recently spent time with Project Healing Waters at Oak Heart Lodge, enjoying fellowship, time outdoors...
05/15/2026

Participant James recently spent time with Project Healing Waters at Oak Heart Lodge, enjoying fellowship, time outdoors, and the healing connection that fly fishing provides. Programs like PHW continue to make a meaningful impact by bringing veterans together through camaraderie, relaxation, and shared experiences on and off the water. Moments like these are what Project Healing Waters is all about, supporting veterans and creating lasting memories through fly fishing and the outdoors. Thank you Oak Heart Lodge for all that you do!

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Tonight we had an incredible fly tying session! It’s always an honor to spend time around such a great group of veterans...
05/07/2026

Tonight we had an incredible fly tying session! It’s always an honor to spend time around such a great group of veterans, anglers, and creative minds who all share the same passion for the art of fly fishing. The room was filled with laughter, stories, and the sound of bobbins spinning as everyone worked on their flies and shared techniques at the vise. From Wooly Buggers to talking fishing and fly tying, it was one of those evenings that reminds you how much this community means. Fly tying is more than just making flies, it’s therapy, friendship, creativity, and camaraderie. We are grateful for everyone who came out tonight and made it such a memorable session. Looking forward to the next one already.

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Participant Brian landing a trout on the Riverbound trip was a perfect reminder of what Project Healing Waters is all ab...
05/04/2026

Participant Brian landing a trout on the Riverbound trip was a perfect reminder of what Project Healing Waters is all about, healing, fellowship, and time on the water. Huge thanks to Roy, one of the guides with Project Healing Waters, for helping create memories that go far beyond catching fish. Sometimes the best therapy is a fly rod, a river, and good people around you.

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Participant James found more than just a trout on the waters of Warm Springs, Virginia, he found peace, connection, and ...
05/03/2026

Participant James found more than just a trout on the waters of Warm Springs, Virginia, he found peace, connection, and a reminder of why programs like Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing matter so much. With a fly rod in hand and good company beside him, James landed a beautiful trout surrounded by the quiet beauty of the Virginia mountains. Moments like these are what Project Healing Waters is all about helping veterans and participants heal through fly fishing, camaraderie, and time spent outdoors.

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Due to storm/rain weather, we will be canceling the South River Waynesboro 29th event. We apologize for any inconvenienc...
04/27/2026

Due to storm/rain weather, we will be canceling the South River Waynesboro 29th event. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

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Our participants and volunteers are on the Rapidan River today and it did not disappoint. There’s just something about b...
04/17/2026

Our participants and volunteers are on the Rapidan River today and it did not disappoint.

There’s just something about being up there, clear water moving through the mountains, that resets everything.

They got into some beautiful brookies, those wild colors never get old. All came off a simple flashback pheasant tail, nothing fancy, just getting it down where it needed to be.

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🎣 Casting Session 🎣Join us for a casting session on April 1, 2026 from 5–7 PM at 6221 Newbys Bridge Rd, Chesterfield, VA...
03/10/2026

🎣 Casting Session 🎣

Join us for a casting session on April 1, 2026 from 5–7 PM at 6221 Newbys Bridge Rd, Chesterfield, VA 23832.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own fly rod if they have one. Using your personal rod is a great way to get comfortable and familiar with the equipment you’ll be fishing with on the water. Rods will also be available for those who need them.

Volunteers will be on hand throughout the session to offer guidance, tips, and assistance for anyone who wants help improving their casting. All skill levels are welcome.

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Snow pushed us back this month, but like always with PHW we just shift the schedule and find another night to sit down a...
02/22/2026

Snow pushed us back this month, but like always with PHW we just shift the schedule and find another night to sit down at the vise together. Different day, same brotherhood, same stories, same healing through thread and hook.

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6221 Newbys Bridge Road
Chesterfield, VA
23832

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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