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2024 National Outdoor Book Award Silver Medal Winner
In this exciting introduction to freshwater fishing, fishing expert Dan Armitage teaches kids about the best bait and tackle, how to rig a rod, cast a line, and reel in their first fish. Grab a fishing rod and head out to a nearby stream or lake for a fishing adventure! In this skills-based book, kids ages 6 and up go on a fishing trip, led by author and fishing guide Dan Armitage of the Kids' Fishing Fun Program, and learn essential techniques, facts, and tips to learn how to fish and catch a big one! Step-by-step color photography shows everything kids need, the best beginner bait and tackle, key fishing skills such as rigging, casting, and reeling in fish, and tips on where to fish for crappies, bass, catfish, perch, trout, and more. Kids record fishing adventures in the log at the back of the book. The skills teach fun fishing know-how, connect kids to nature, and foster independence and self-reliance.
List of contents
Author's Note: The Fun of Fishing
1 The Basics of Tackle What Is Tackle?
Fishing with a Handline
Fishing with a Cane Pole
Rods and Reels
Getting Hooked
Fishing Line
A Bit about Bobbers
Get Down with Sinkers
There's More to Tackle!
2 All about Bait Types of Bait
Live Bait
Artificial Bait
Prepared Bait
3 Let's Practice Rigging and Casting How to Use a Cane Pole
How to Rig a Spincast Rod
How to Cast with a Spincast Rod
4 Time to Go Fishing! Start on Shore
Set Up for Success
How to Bait a Hook
How to Set a Bobber
Cast Your Line
Set the Hook
How to Land a Fish
Netiquette
How to Remove the Hook
Keeping Your Catch Alive
How to Clean Your Catch
How to Cook Your Catch
5 How to Think like a Fish Comfort Zones
It's Fishing Season!
Fish You Might Catch
The Tail End
Take Great Photos
An Angler's Glossary
Boat Safety
Ten Tips for Parents
My Fishing Logbook
Index
About the author
Dan Armitage leads a popular Kids' Fishing Fun program at sport shows and retail outlets across the United States that teaches children the basics of fishing. He's a freelance writer for more than a dozen other fishing, boating, and outdoor publications; a member of the Outdoor Writers Association of America; a USCG-licensed Captain; certified Passport to Fishing instructor; and former host of the
Buckeye Sportsman radio show. He lives in Ohio, where he serves on his community’s parks and recreation commission.
Summary
Kids fishing teacher and guide Dan Armitage introduces children and their families to the fun of freshwater fishing. Through outdoor action photography, kids learn about the best bait and tackle, how to rig a rod, cast a line, and reel in their first fish.
Foreword
Kids fishing teacher and guide Dan Armitage introduces children and their families to the fun of freshwater fishing. Through outdoor action photography, kids learn about the best bait and tackle, how to rig a rod, cast a line, and reel in their first fish.
