Several 4-H Sportfishing Project Leader Trainings are planned across the state throughout the year. More will likely be added as the 4-H year progresses. Below is the currently planned trainings and locations.
This leader training is not mandatory for the 4-H Sportfishing project. However, the training will provide knowledge, skills, and resources to help develop the project and offer it locally. Participants in the training will also be certified as Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Angler Education Instructors. This certification will allow them access to a great set of free resources for teaching and passing along and the ability to certify their 4-H members in Angler Education. The training is open to 4-H volunteer leaders, Senior division 4-H members desiring to be assistant leaders, and County Extension Agents. Registration will be open on 4-H Online individually for each training location.
The training is hands on and will include topics in basic fishing skills, fish biology, fishing equipment and maintenance, how to teach fishing, teaching resources and locating equipment, aquatic ecology, tackle and lure crafting, fishing laws and regulations, outdoor ethics, outdoor safety, and water management and conservation.
Registration fees will cover all materials and curriculum and lunch provided on Saturday. Other meal and lodging options will vary for each training location.
Training Agendas will look similar to the following:
Saturday
9:00 a.m. – Training
Noon – Lunch
1:00 p.m. – Training
5:00 p.m. – Adjourn for the Day
Sunday
8:00 a.m. – Training and Practicing Skills on the Water
12:00 noon - Adjourn for Home
