I am writing to illustrate the fantastic experience I had learning how to fly fish with Mr. Eli Rowsell. Mr. Rowsell and I had worked together through the Canadian Armed Forces and while on summer leave Mr. Rowsell invited a colleague and I to join him and learn the art of Fly Fishing.
Bright and early on a late July morning, my colleague Brad and I carpooled to Point Leamington, NL where we met Mr. Rowsell. He quickly outfitted us with fly rods, vests, and flies. After showing us how to put it all together we loaded up in his Side by Side and off to the Brooks and lakes we went.
Once we reached the water we saw the Salmon jumping getting us excited. None were at the waters edge but that was ok because Brad and I were just learning the technique while being mentored by Mr. Rowsell on tips and tricks of fly fishing and how to read a Brook.
Throughout the day we explored multiple lakes, crossed bogs and fished multiple areas. Ultimately we ended up at Mr. Rowsell’s cabin where he generously allowed us to warm up after the rain had hit us. Taking time to dry clothes and have a bite Brad and I continued to fish the Brook beside his cabin.
When it was time to go, we came back to Point Leamington where Mr. Rowsell presented us with Heroes Mending on the Fly badges, coins, pamphlets and explained the benefits that can be initiated through the Soldier On program. Overall the experience was absolutely amazing and Mr. Rowsell teachings and experience is absolutely perfect for Heroes Mending on the Fly.
Thank you for a great time, see you next season.
Bright and early on a late July morning, my colleague Brad and I carpooled to Point Leamington, NL where we met Mr. Rowsell. He quickly outfitted us with fly rods, vests, and flies. After showing us how to put it all together we loaded up in his Side by Side and off to the Brooks and lakes we went.
Once we reached the water we saw the Salmon jumping getting us excited. None were at the waters edge but that was ok because Brad and I were just learning the technique while being mentored by Mr. Rowsell on tips and tricks of fly fishing and how to read a Brook.
Throughout the day we explored multiple lakes, crossed bogs and fished multiple areas. Ultimately we ended up at Mr. Rowsell’s cabin where he generously allowed us to warm up after the rain had hit us. Taking time to dry clothes and have a bite Brad and I continued to fish the Brook beside his cabin.
When it was time to go, we came back to Point Leamington where Mr. Rowsell presented us with Heroes Mending on the Fly badges, coins, pamphlets and explained the benefits that can be initiated through the Soldier On program. Overall the experience was absolutely amazing and Mr. Rowsell teachings and experience is absolutely perfect for Heroes Mending on the Fly.
Thank you for a great time, see you next season.
Thank you, Heroe’s mending on the fly for an awesome 4 days! The camaraderie was very clearly felt as
we all try our luck at salmon fishing. Everyone was cheering each other on to get a salmon, allowing all
of life’s pressure to fade away with every cast of the fly. We had a great group of veterans that came
together for an amazing experience.
we all try our luck at salmon fishing. Everyone was cheering each other on to get a salmon, allowing all
of life’s pressure to fade away with every cast of the fly. We had a great group of veterans that came
together for an amazing experience.
Good afternoon Eli,
I wanted to take the time to thank you for the time you spent with me teaching me to fly-fish. I’ve been posted around the country over my 18 years in the forces, but I’ve never encountered a program such as yours. I’ve always found it’s difficult to be involved in activities outside of work, however, when I found out about Heroes Mending on the Fly, and I discovered I was able to get the chance to learn to fly-fish, I took it. I had a vague concept and literally no equipment. Being provided the gear was fantastic I wouldn’t have a clue what I did need to start if it weren’t for this program. The extra work you put into showing me not just how to fish but also where to look for spots really boosted my confidence in getting
into the sport.
Being able to get out and be active has helped my health both physically and mentally, I believe. I’m currently posted to CFB Gander which as you know is an isolated area, so finding activities for me and my spouse can be difficult. It’s very calming yet challenging sport when I’m alone; however, I’m already looking forward to getting her out with me in the spring in the new year and maybe it will be something we can do and grow better at together.
Thanks again and see you on the rivers.
I wanted to take the time to thank you for the time you spent with me teaching me to fly-fish. I’ve been posted around the country over my 18 years in the forces, but I’ve never encountered a program such as yours. I’ve always found it’s difficult to be involved in activities outside of work, however, when I found out about Heroes Mending on the Fly, and I discovered I was able to get the chance to learn to fly-fish, I took it. I had a vague concept and literally no equipment. Being provided the gear was fantastic I wouldn’t have a clue what I did need to start if it weren’t for this program. The extra work you put into showing me not just how to fish but also where to look for spots really boosted my confidence in getting
into the sport.
Being able to get out and be active has helped my health both physically and mentally, I believe. I’m currently posted to CFB Gander which as you know is an isolated area, so finding activities for me and my spouse can be difficult. It’s very calming yet challenging sport when I’m alone; however, I’m already looking forward to getting her out with me in the spring in the new year and maybe it will be something we can do and grow better at together.
Thanks again and see you on the rivers.