“I can’t wait to show everyone the pictures of the fish I caught!” 

TMP Mentee

The Mayfly Project

Jonesboro, Arkansas Project

Project Lead Mentor: Justin Yancey

Co-Lead Mentor: Jason Macdonald

Project Location: Jonesboro, Arkansas

Year Project Founded: 2021

Mentors on this team: 8-10

Children mentored to date: Project kicking off 2022

Children to be mentored in 2022: 7-8

Local foster care partners: Currently searching for partners.

Local companies that support this project: Currently searching for community support.

Apply to mentor here: https://themayflyproject.com/mentoring/

Contact Us: https://themayflyproject.com/contact/

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Jonesboro, Arkansas Project

Our goal is to share our passion for fly fishing and conservation by instilling confidence and building relationships with kids involved in our project. The scenic streams of the Ozarks are unforgettable and we feel every child deserves the opportunity to experience and appreciate the therapeutic benefits of our natural resources.

Justin Yancey

Lead Mentor, Jonesboro, Arkansas Project

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News & Events

Salt Lake City, Utah Project News!

Salt Lake City, Utah Project News!

SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Children in foster care are getting the chance to learn a new hobby: fly fishing. It's part of a free program that pairs a child with a safe mentor who also teaches them life skills. "I'm hoping these kids can just step out of their normal...

Clabough Foundation Support, Bend, Oregon!

Clabough Foundation Support, Bend, Oregon!

The Bend Mayfly Project is excited to be the recipient of the Clabough Foundation grant! The Clabough Foundation emphasizes environmental stewardship, education activities, arts and culture, social services, and community based programs that create a positive change...

First Annual, Kings River Smallmouth Shootout!

First Annual, Kings River Smallmouth Shootout!

What's better than a fly fishing tournament to support TMP in Fayetteville?! What: First Annual Kings River Smallmouth Shootout, sponsored by Mclellan’s! Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023 Time: TBD, around 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Location: Kings River Outfitters in Eureka...

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Fayetteville, Arkansas Project

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