New to fishing? Tips on how to fish with kids
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Loading... - Adjua Ansah
- 13 Sep 2022
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My kids had never gone fishing and wanted to try. My family did some fishing when I was young, but it’s been a long time. To refresh my memory, I got some tips from a friend whose child loves fishing.
To start fishing with your own kids, check out the tips and information below. You can also look through this list of fishing spots with playgrounds for ideas on where to go. Happy fishing!
Getting started
Where to find fishing gear: You can also find gear at Fred Meyer. They have poles and lures if you want to look in person. Amazon is a convenient online option. If you are part of a Buy Nothing group, ask to borrow or keep fishing gear for the season or longer.
Choose a rod and lure: Choose a fishing rod that your child can handle easily. For younger anglers (up to about age 7) there are modified poles to make learning to cast easier. Kid-friendly types of lures include dropshots, plastic worms, and spinnerbait.
We borrowed poles and tackle from our Buy Nothing group, packed some snacks, and headed off to the lake!
Tips for kids: safety, timing and patience
I explained some safety measures before pulling out the fishing poles—hooks are very sharp, we can’t swing the poles around (no sword fighting!), and we always look around before casting to watch for others. I had to repeat that last one many, many times. Even then, my younger kid still forgot to look and hooked my shirt.
Keep kids comfortable: Bring weather-appropriate gear and footwear, water, snacks. Consider a hat (sun hat or warm hat, depending on weather) and sunglasses.
Avoid hook injuries: Consider barbless hooks, or slightly bend down the barbs when using bait. Leave plenty of space between people and away from trees/bushes when casting. Read More...
