1. Complete these three requirements for Belt Loop (Year One):
   
   

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   Review your local fishing regulations with your Leader or adult partner. Explain why they are important, and commit to following them.
   
   

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   Demonstrate how to properly bait a hook.
   
   

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   Try to catch a fish.

   
   
   
2. Earn the Fishing Belt Loop and complete five of the following requirements for the Fishing Pin (Year Two):
   
   

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   Compete in a Pack or community fishing tournament.
   
   

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   Demonstrate how to clean a fish.
   
   

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   Prepare a report on three different kinds of fish. Include information on preferred habitats, feeding habits, and recommended fishing techniques, baits, and equipment needed to catch it.
   
   

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   Draw a picture of three different types of fishing reels. Explain how each works.
   
   

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   Tie three fishing flies. Use at least one to fish.
   
   

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   Demonstrate proficiency in casting at a target 30 feet away.
   
   

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   Select a species of fish and draw a picture of it, correctly labeling each part and its function.
   
   

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   Replace the line in a fishing reel.
   
   

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   Make a simple pole and line fishing rig. Use it to catch a fish.
   
   

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   Catch a fish using artificial bait or lures.
   
   

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   Practice: fishing on five occasions, complying with local fishing regulations, and the Outdoor Code.

   
   
3. Earn the Fishing Belt Loop and Fishing Pin and complete remaining requirements above to earn the Fishing Letter (Year Three).

To help with Den/Patrol organization: Print out this page, check off requirement as completed, and turn in to Leader when all requirements for Belt Loop, Pin, or Letter are completed.

• Debra Jo's Outdoor Friends - Learn about the preparation and equipment used in fishing and how to catch a fish.
  
  
• Fishing Fun For Kids - Fishing is fun. It's a simple and easy to learn. Come along with Lisa and Joey as they go fishing.
  
  
• Kids Net - Michigan fishing newsletter, the fishing site just for kids.