"Fishing in Schools"

The National Fishing in Schools Program is a nationwide, in school program, that teaches the positive lifetime activity of fishing to students in grades 6-12.  NFSP educates students in how to cast a fly or spincast rod in the school gym while they also learn about fish, insects, aquatic enviroments, resource stewardship and conservation.

NFSP works in cooperation with state education and fish and wildlife agencies and a network of groups interested in teaching our youth how to fish in schools.

The NFSP's current curriculum, "Cast A Fly...Catch A Student", using fly rods, was specifically created to address a broad and inclusive framework of National Academic Standards.  Its sequel, "Cast A Lure...Catch A Student", using spincast rods, will do the same.  The foundation courses are designed to be taught over 10 days and meet 4 standards: Language Arts, Physical Education, Science and Technology.

One ingredient that makes the program effective is the unique CasTarget system.  These photorealistic targets provide teachers with educational tools that make the curriculum effective, fun and engaging.  NFSP provides all the necessary ingredients to empower the teacher/school/district to implement "Fishing in Schools": curriculum, equipment, training and support.

NFSP makes gaining the skills of fishing easy-to-learn, easy-to-administer and easy-to-teach.  The curriculum is positive for both student and teacher and it also leads to:

• moderate to vigorous physical activity
• better understanding & respect for the outdoors
• increased awareness of our environment & natural resources

For further information or to talk about your school's specific needs, please contact us.