In this episode of Untold Valor, we welcome Sarah Schwager, Program Lead for the King of Prussia chapter of Project Healing Waters, a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans heal through the therapeutic power of fly fishing. Founded in 2005, Project Healing Waters now serves veterans across 48 states with over 200 programs nationwide. Sarah shares how her lifelong passion for fishing and background as a certified trauma therapist come together in her work with veterans recovering from both visible and invisible wounds of service.
From casting lessons and fly tying to group outings and community events, the program offers far more than fishing- it provides camaraderie, confidence, and connection for those who have sacrificed so much. Sarah also explains the many ways listeners can support the mission, from volunteering to donating equipment or funds.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
0:00 – Intro
2:06 – What is Project Healing Waters?
3:01 – How Sarah got involved in this project
5:05 – Recovery through Project Healing Waters
9:04 – PHW Women on the Fly
10:51 – The therapeutic power of fishing and community
13:31 – Getting involved
22:02 – Sarah’s message to our listeners
Sarah Schwager
Learn more about Sarah HERE
Project Healing Waters
https://projecthealingwaters.org/
Ways to Give
https://projecthealingwaters.org/ways-to-give/donate-now/
OTHER RESOURCES
Need immediate help? Contact the Veterans Crisis Line via phone, text or online chat. Dial 988 then Press 1 or text 838255 or use the online chat at https://bit.ly/3OunXzg
Voice & Vision: https://bit.ly/3miwFoy
CompeerCORPS: https://bit.ly/3GgKryU
Information on how to apply for VA Healthcare Benefits from anywhere in the USA: https://bit.ly/40PtrrN or call 877-222-8387 (M-F 8am-8pm EST)
To apply for veteran’s benefits and find resources in Pennsylvania veterans need to contact their County Office of Veterans Affairs as listed in this document: https://bit.ly/3m8PBWS
View more about PA’s resources for veterans: https://bit.ly/416cf0Q
