Fish can be a very healthy meal choice for kids, providing them with essential nutrients for their brain development. Fishing can also be a great activity for family bonding, a lesson in biology and environmental education, outdoor exercise, and an opportunity to learn a life skill.
To learn more about opportunities for a child to learn fishing skills and to plan your next fishing trip, consult the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website. Click here.
Every day is a free fishing day for kids (no license requirement for children 17 and under)! However, DNR holds 4 free fishing days during the year for the whole family to try out this fun activity. These events are listed specifically here.
For ways to get the family involved in fishing, click here.
Feel free to print off and do the following activities:
