What Makes Fishing Fun for Beginners?

What Makes Fishing Fun for Beginners?

Whether you’re trying to introduce someone new to fishing or you are a beginner yourself, the key to building a long-lasting love for the sport is to keep it fun. After all, that’s why we’re out there. This is particularly true when you’re trying to get kids involved. Fishing is an opportunity for them to build a lifelong passion through discipline and discovery. I’ve already written about the tackle you need to get kids started. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy – just some light rods, bobbers and tube jigs. That bobber makes it a very visual experience which […]

The Best Rig to Get Kids Into Fishing

The Best Rig to Get Kids Into Fishing

Whether you’re getting back into fishing, learning to fish for the first time, or trying to teach kids how to fish, there are simple ways to get the ball rolling. When it comes to kids in particular, your goal should be to keep it fun. That means getting bites – lots of bites. Fortunately, there’s a really simple rig that can make that happen. It’s basically what I used with all four of my kids, and through the Ike Foundation to get many more kids on the right track. In order to really get kids involved, it’s critical that your […]