Out in the Mojave, in a town better known for neon than trout streams, there’s a small crew of folks who decided to bring a national program called Project Healing Waters to life. On this episode of the WIN Podcast, we sit down with the Las Vegas chapter leaders—Matt, Tyler, Nate, and the rest of the gang—to talk about how fly rods, bug boxes, and the simple act of standing knee-deep in cold water are changing lives.

They’ll walk us through the origin story—how a seed planted in the Henderson Vet Center grew into a community where veterans, first responders, and everyday folks can find therapy in tying a fly, building a rod, or watching a trout rise. You’ll hear Tyler’s raw honesty about addiction, service, and giving back, Nate’s journey from the military to finding healing on the water, and Matt’s passion for making sure every vet has a place to belong.

This isn’t just about catching fish. It’s about camaraderie, purpose, and what happens when good people decide to serve those who’ve already given so much. Trout don’t live in ugly places, and as you’ll hear, sometimes neither does healing.

If you’ve ever wondered whether a fishing rod could be medicine—this is your episode.