Many people assume they can't go fishing because they don't know how to fish or don't know much about fishing.  Fishing is something everyone can do.  Learning to fish is half the fun and easier than you might think!

Check out the links below are to the left for simple, easy information and get on the water today.

Fishing Equipment: Learn about the equipment needed to catch fish - from fishing rods and fishing hooks to artificial lures and live bait. 

How to Land a Fish! Three simple steps to nabbing your catch.

Fishing from Shore: Learn what kind of shore fishing tackle works best, what you should wear and why flyfishing is something everyone should try.

Fishing from Boats: Fishing on a boat - 2 great activities at once! 

Where Do Fish Live?: To catch fish the angler must first locate them.  Learn where the fish hang out and you'll be catching them in no time! 

Fishing Safely: Fishing isn't a dangerous sport, but it's important to know how to handle an emergency should one happen. 

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The content for this section has been provided by the Sport Fishing Curriculum Intermediate Edition. Many organizations and individuals are responsible for its development. View the Acknowledgements to see the organizations and individuals whose hard work helped create the Curriculum.