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Chris Parker

Founder & Lead Coach
About

Chris founded Mending Lines after fishing helped him through his own mental-health journey. He leads sessions, mentoring and the day-to-day of getting people on the bank — and believes deeply that the right hour by the water can change the course of someone's week, and sometimes their life.

Posts by Chris

Wellbeing

Screens down, rods up: why fishing is the antidote to your child's screen time

22 June 2026 · 7 min
Wellbeing

Why fishing is good for your mental health: the evidence, the science and how to start

12 June 2026 · 8 min
Angling tips

Fishing for beginners: the complete guide to your first session

5 June 2026 · 8 min