Why Mended?

Fatherlessness is at an all-time high in our society. One in Four
children in the United States are growing up without a Dad in their
home. These children struggle with fewer opportunities, feelings of
abandonment, and a lack of hope. What if these kids had an opportunity
to experience something different? Hope-filled, fun-filled adventures
with a group of men and women can reassure them that they are not
alone and they are loved. This is why Mended Fly Fishing exists. Our
mission is to bring hope to fatherless youth by mentoring them through
regular guided fly fishing trips. We believe that the beauty of a day
on the water is enough to jar a young person to stand in awe of
creation and to temporarily forget any hopelessness they may
experience. We take our students on regular trips until they graduate
from high school, forming relationships and bonds that allow us to
mentor them through life. These trips stand as beacons of hope on the
calendar, and our prayer is that they will transform these young
people forever.

  • Patrick Hayes

    Patrick’s love of guiding and heart for making a difference in the lives of young people lead him

    To create Mended Fly Fishing with His wife Taylor in 2020. Helping kids with similar upbringings to his find hope and belonging is his main passion. Patrick guides out of Greensboro, NC, where he lives with his wife and two kids.

  • Taylor Hayes

    Co-founder of Mended and the biggest cheerleader of our mission. Taylor has the ability to make any student feel like a million bucks on our trips. Taylor serves as the Admin Director and facilitates all trips to ensure that they are run smoothly.

  • Matt Evans

    Owner and operator of the the Catawba angler, Matt has a wealth of guiding experience in Idaho and Western NC. His fun loving nature and heart for our mission makes him a perfect fit for Mended Fly Fishing. Matt and his wife Courtney live in Asheville NC.