Taylor County 4-H Sportfishing
What is 4-H Sportfishing?
The world of youth sportfishing is about more than just catching fish. Youth learn angling skills, how to make and properly rig their own tackle, important principles of aquatic and marine ecology, and they form a better understanding of the relationship between fish, people and the environment.
Who is Involved with Florida 4-H Sportfishing?
- Florida Sea Grant Program
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
- University of Florida Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Department
National groups involved in youth sportfishing include:
- National 4-H Sportfishing Program
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- Future Fisherman Foundation
- American Sportfishing Association
- Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation
What educational materials are available?
- 4HCCS - Fishing for Adventure
- Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs
- Water Works WondersÂ
- Aquatic Resources Education Curriculum
- Sportfishing - Aquatic Resources Handbook
- Fishing for Success
Sportfishing Outcomes
Through participation in sportfishing projects and activities, youth will:
- Develop the life skills of decision making, communicating, leadership, planning, and organizing.
- Build confidence and a positive self-image.
- Learn new skills in using a variety of fishing equipment.
- Make and repair fishing tackle.
- Understand the ecological and social basics of fisheries management.
- Learn to fish responsibly.
Sportfishing Camps
For more information about Florida Sportfishing, contact Karen Blyler, 4-H Youth Development Coordinator at (352) 846-0996 ext 246. To get involved in Taylor County 4-H Sportfishing, contact Clay Olson, Taylor County Extension Agent at (850) 838-3508.
For more information about Florida Sportfishing, contact Karen Blyler, 4-H Youth Development Coordinator at (352) 846-0996 ext 246. To get involved in Taylor County 4-H Sportfishing, contact Clay Olson, Taylor County Extension Agent at (850) 838-3508.
