For Life on the Rocks
It was only last year that Kyla picked up a rod for the first time, but it didn’t take long before fishing became a full-blown passion.
For her, it’s more than the thrill of landing a fish. It’s the peace that comes from being outdoors, the challenge of learning on her own, and the sense of community she’s found among other anglers.
“Usually, as a woman, your dad or your boyfriend rigs your line and does everything for you,” Kyla laughs. “But once I started doing it myself, I realised the hardest part is actually finding the fish.”
There are plenty of days when she comes home empty-handed, but that’s all part of it. Because when she finally does hook one, it’s a rush like no other.
“It’s like a natural dopamine hit,” she says. “You’re outside in nature, doing something that connects you to people who share that same love. I don’t know, I just instantly get on with them through fishing alone.”
Whether it’s the patience, the quiet moments, or the buzz of a good catch, fishing gives Kyla exactly what she’s been looking for: a sense of freedom, focus, and belonging.
