Grizzly bears in the wild use their fishing skills to catch good, nutritious food. After you complete this Adventure, you’ll be able to do the same thing. You won’t have to use your paws and teeth, however. Instead, you’ll use a cane pole or a rod and reel. You’ll also learn about the fish that live nearby and the rules that must be followed when fishing. And who knows? You may discover a hobby that you can enjoy for years to come. So, grab your tackle, and let’s go fishing.
Safety MomentPrior to any activity, use Scouting America SAFE Checklist to ensure the safety of all those involved.
All participants in official Scouting America activities should become familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting and applicable program literature or manuals.
Be aware of state or local government regulations that supersede Scouting America practices, policies, and guidelines.
To assist in the safe delivery of the program you may find specific safety items that are related to requirements for the Adventure.
Before starting the Adventure:
During the Adventure:
Once you know your local fishing rules and regulations, here are the 6 things to know to keep you and others safe:
Learn about three types of fish in your area.
Learn about your local fishing regulations with your den leader or an adult.
List three of the regulations you learned about, and one reason each regulation exists.
Become familiar with the safe use of the fishing equipment you will be using on your outing.
Learn the proper way to attach the hook, lure, or fly to the line.
Go on a fishing adventure, and for 30 minutes or more, put into practice the things you learned about fish and fishing equipment.
Learn about three types of fish in your area.
Cub Scouts practice casting a rod and learn about different types of fish.
Cub Scouts learn about fish at a zoo or aquarium.
Cub Scouts learn about local fish from a guest speaker.
Cub Scouts learn three types of fish in their local community.
Learn about your local fishing regulations with your den leader or an adult.
Choose one of the following:
Cub Scouts learn about local fish regulations from a guest speaker.
Cub Scouts learn about fishing regulations in your area.
List three of the regulations you learned about, and one reason each regulation exists.
Cub Scouts create a matching game learning their local fishing regulations.
Cub Scouts document fishing regulations they learned.
Become familiar with the safe use of the fishing equipment you will be using on your outing.
Cub Scouts make their own bamboo fishing pole.
Cub Scouts become familiar with a rod and reel.
Learn the proper way to attach the hook, lure, or fly to the line.
Cub Scouts learn a simple fishing knot to attach a hook, lure or fly to a line.
Go on a fishing adventure, and for 30 minutes or more, put into practice the things you learned about fish and fishing equipment.
Choose one of the following:
Cub Scouts go fishing with their den or pack.
Cub Scouts participate in a local fishing derby.
