The Fisherwoman

Pamela Dunlap, Hurricane

Founder of Women Wine & Waders and co-founder of International Women’s Fly Fishing Day

IT ALL STARTED ON A DATE

“I was never an outdoor girl but accepted a fly fishing date. With his help, I reeled in my very first fish, a beautiful rainbow trout. From that day forward, my confidence grew with every catch.”

ANd became a passion

“In 2015 my positive growth prompted the development of Women Wine & Waders, a unique organization that contributes to the health  and well-being of women through fly fishing. This group is a diverse mixture of like-minded women of all ages and skill levels.”

IT’S ABOUT MORE THAN FISHING

“The Annual Spring Fly Fishing Festival is our most significant trip of the year. Each year a lady dealing with a health adversity is chosen to receive a complimentary getaway with the group.The group strives to inspire, educate, and support others to be the best they can be.”

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