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reelrecovery.org 800-699-4490 News Winter/Spring 2018 3,000 Men Message from the Executive Director I love Page 2. This is the third time we’ve listed the men we’ve served; in 2010 for 1,000 Men; in 2014 for 2,000, and now for 3,000. I love these men. I love the stories they shared, the courage they showed, the bonds they built with each other; what they offered of themselves to each other and to all of us privileged to be with them at their Retreats. It fills my heart to look at Page 2. It brings everything we do front and center. Each man, each individual, gathered in this “Page of Honor”. As I suggested three years ago, take a moment now to look closer at Page 2. Find someone you know; honor him by recalling a memory. And in that moment let him touch your heart. All of these 3,000 men have touched us deeply. About 10 years ago, a facilitator asked our Board members: “What do you want Reel Recovery to be?” I answered: “a place where people can be their best selves.” When I look at Page 2, I see the reflection of the best selves of so many. So much good work by so many good people: in 2017 alone, we held 29 Retreats, our most ever, in 19 states and New Zealand. Overall, 268 Retreats; 3,000 men. Page 2 exists thanks to our 700+ active volunteers, caring for these men with love and compassion; to our hun- dreds of generous donors, the largest listed on the back page, who believe in what we do and provide us the means to do it; to the healthcare providers, families and friends who encourage and support these men; to the Retreat facilities who embrace these men with warm, welcoming hospitality. And to countless others who in some way have shared their best selves with us. Like Amanda, guest services director at a facility in Texas that has hosted 10 Retreats, who summed up Reel Recovery so eloquently: “Your group is the one I hold very near and dear to my heart and the one I cherish the most. I lost my mother 17 years ago to breast cancer. She was 47. Seeing the love and com- passion you give each group of guys puts a smile on my face and warms my heart. You help these guys forget about their cancer. You give them hope. You give their families, who are struggling, the peace and comfort knowing they are well taken care of for the weekend. And you give them Grace. For this I am truly honored to have been a part of your journey.” 3,000 men, and all of you in the Reel Recovery community, have shared this journey, have shared your best selves, and for that I am deeply moved and forever grateful. Be Well! Fish On! Stan Golub, Executive Director

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reelrecovery.org800-699-4490

NewsWinter/Spring 2018

3,000 MenMessage from the Executive Director

Ilove Page 2. This is the third time we’ve listed the men we’ve served;

in 2010 for 1,000 Men; in 2014 for 2,000, and now for 3,000. I love these men. I love the stories they shared, the courage they showed, the bonds they built with each other; what they offered of themselves to each other and to all of us privileged to be with them at their Retreats. ItfillsmyhearttolookatPage2.It brings everything we do front and center. Each man, each individual, gathered in this “Page of Honor”. AsIsuggestedthreeyearsago,takeamomentnowtolookcloseratPage2.Findsomeoneyouknow;honorhimbyrecalling a memory. And in that moment let him touch your heart. All of these 3,000 men have touched us deeply.

About10yearsago,afacilitatoraskedour Board members: “What do you want Reel Recovery to be?” I answered: “a place where people can be their best selves.”WhenIlookatPage2,Iseethereflectionofthebestselvesofsomany.Somuchgoodworkbysomanygoodpeople: in 2017 alone, we held 29 Retreats, our most ever, in 19 states and New Zealand. Overall, 268 Retreats; 3,000 men. Page2existsthankstoour700+active volunteers, caring for these men with love and compassion; to our hun-dreds of generous donors, the largest listedonthebackpage,whobelieveinwhat we do and provide us the means to do it; to the healthcare providers, families and friends who encourage and support these men; to the Retreat facilities who embrace these men with warm, welcoming hospitality. And to countless others who in some way have shared their best selves with us.LikeAmanda,guestservicesdirectorat a facility in Texas that has hosted 10 Retreats, who summed up Reel Recovery

so eloquently: “Your group is the one I hold very near and dear to my heart and the one I cherish the most. I lost my mother 17 years ago to breast cancer. She was 47. Seeing the love and com-passion you give each group of guys puts a smile on my face and warms my heart. You help these guys forget about their cancer. You give them hope. You give their families, who are struggling, thepeaceandcomfortknowingtheyarewelltakencareoffortheweekend.Andyou give them Grace. For this I am truly honored to have been a part of your journey.” 3,000 men, and all of you in the Reel Recovery community, have shared this journey, have shared your best selves, and for that I am deeply moved and forever grateful.

Be Well! Fish On!

Stan Golub, Executive Director

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3000 Men. At the end of 2014, we set the goal of serving 3,000 men by 2017, and we’ve done it! These are the men we’ve served over the past three years. It has been our privi-lege to meet these men, to hear their stories, offer them friendship and support, and share with them our passion for fly fishing. Each and every one of them has touched us and we honor them here, and forever in our hearts.

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Lloyd and a lunker!

“My husband attended your Utah Retreat in Altamont. This was a life-changing experience for him; when he returned he was not the same. He looked at everything with new eyes and shared the experience with many family and friends. It in turn changed their lives as well. He was taken care of each moment he was there, and I thank the many volunteers who took their time to make this special for him. This is a wonderful program that I will be eternally grateful for.”Wife of Utah Participant Lloyd N.

“I’ve lived with cancer 14 years but not until this retreat have I had the opportunity to open up about the serious consequences of cancer - whether it be marital relationship, medication side effects, self- esteem and a myriad of other topics we discussed both in and out of communal sessions. I learned a lot and have already had occasion to employ my new-found knowledge with my spouse, children, doctors and friends. I thank the organization, the wonderful staff and the fishing buddies. What a phenomenal group of people all wanting to help, and succeeding so well.”David W., 2017 Texas Participant David, in

Navasota, TX

“I can’t thank you enough for providing such a life-changing event. The Courageous Conversations helped us truly look at ourselves, and fostered camaraderie among us as we shared how we handled our cancers. What an opportunity to forge life-long friendships and a new brotherhood. Through the Conversations, I was able to face my cancer head-on and push through it, to find my true acceptance of my situation. It was an unforgettable experience and I extend my deepest thanks to you all.” John, 2017 NJ Participant

“For few days on the Umpqua I left all the trials and tribulations behind and found a group of brothers, and I already miss you all deeply more than I felt possible. What started with some of us guarded and never having opened up about what cancer had done to our lives, ended with a group of real men with a strong connection. You all will be a part of me that will never slip away, embedded deep within my soul.” Bill A., 2017 Oregon Participant

Ron (l) and Buddy Rees

“Prior to attending your Kremmling, CO retreat, Ron felt isolated, withdrawn and anxious. As soon as he returned, he was ecstatic to tell me about the retreat. The ranch, the beauty, the food, the generosity of donors, the fishing and especially his fellow men and all the “Buddies”—Ron smiled from ear-to-ear as he recounted his experience. The heaviness of his present reality lifted, his feelings of connectedness, decreased isolation and deep gratitude were all palpable as I listened to his laughter and looked at the pictures on his phone. I have never seen him so happy or animated, and I thank Reel Recovery for all the dedication and love that you put into this retreat.” Anh L., Oncology Social Worker

John (l) and Buddy Kurt

Sharing Their Stories….

Bill finding peace

Lloyd and lunker

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News of Note… Please join us on Facebook and keep up to date with all Reel Recovery activities during the year.

Generous Support in 2017 We thank these major sponsors, and hundreds of other individuals and organizations who supported Reel Recovery’s 2017 Retreat Program. Their generosity allowed us to conduct 29 Retreats and serve over 350 men, reaching our goal of 3,000! As we are wholly donor supported, please consider a contribution today to help us serve more men in 2018!

American Legion PostsSteve AndersonBayerBon Secours Richmond

Health SystemCancer Centers of

Southwest OklahomaCancer League of

ColoradoDavid CarltonCedarwood Lodge—

ArkansasChimy’s CerveceriaCoBankD.A. Davidson & Co.Daniel Kovac Memorial

FundRees & Barb Davis Dean Seeman FoundationDerby City Fly FishersKurt Eichler89er Chapter Trout

UnlimitedThe Fidler FamilyFrieda and William Hunt

Memorial TrustGenentechHigh Sierra FlycastersIntracoastal City DrydockLone Tree Brewing

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Foundation

McLaren FoundationMichael & Cindy MeanyMechanicsburg ClubOrvisOUHSC Stephenson

Cancer CenterPlumbers & Steamfitters

Local Union #434Project Healing Waters

Fly FishingRobertson Family

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ChaptersUS Bancorp FoundationValley HealthVFW PostsVirginia Cancer InstituteVirginia UrologyWal-Mart Washington Fly Fishing

Club Foundation

Donation Form

Thank You Ruby!2018 will mark the 14th Anniversary of our Kentucky/ Indiana Retreat Program. For every one of those years, Ruby Gordon has been deeply involved as State Coordinator. She, along with Co-Coordinator Mike Lubeach, has tirelessly raised funds, recruited participants, initiated special events and coordinated community outreach. Over 150 men have been through our KY/IN Program, and they all can thank Ruby for helping create their special Retreat experi-ences. Ruby will be retiring after the May, 2018 Retreat and we want to say “THANK YOU!” for her exceptional service.

We Welcome Shiloh Price to Our StaffOur Full-Time Staff has just grown by 50% (we’re now three) with the addition of Shiloh Price as Program Administrator. Shiloh has been helping Reel Recovery part-time since 2015 and has been a supporter/volunteer since 2007. Shiloh brings her extensive management and administrative experi-ence as well as public relations skills to the Reel Recovery Team. We’re delighted to have her on board as we look to expand in 2018 and beyond.

Please Give Us A Hand! Our goal is to conduct at least 31 Retreats in 2018, serving close to 400 men living with cancer. To do this, WE NEED YOUR HELP! Every dollar is important, as 90% of your donation goes directly to Program Services. That’s about as efficient as you’ll find for any non-profit! Please join us today so we can continue this good work together.

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❑ $350 Please send me a Reel Recovery/Orvis Open-Air CasterFly-fishingShirt Circle size below Men’s Size: S M L XL XXL Women’s Size: S M L

❑ $700 Please send me a Reel Recovery/TFO Super Combo – 9ft, 5wt. 4pc Fly Rod, Reel, Line and Case.

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