Fishing with Kids: A Parent's Guide
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Every kid deserves to go fishing, but not every adult is equipped or comfortable taking them. The preparation and skills necessary for a successful fishing trip (never mind what gear to buy) can seem overwhelming to a parent, and everyone worries that they won't catch fish, and their kids won't have fun. This book aims to help parents navigate their first few fishing trips with plenty of success and smiles.
This book was written by John Paxton, a father of two who has been fishing for over three decades. John's son was catching his own fish before he turned two, and casting on his own before he turned three. In this book, John teaches parents how he taught his own children to fish, so that they too can beam with pride as their children beam with smiles, holding up their catch.
John arms parents with practical advice about what they truly need to take their kids fishing effectively and inexpensively. He does not attempt to sell you on the need for dozens of fishing lures or expensive products. Rather, he focuses on the necessities for fishing with children, and tries to make your next trip to the tackle shop less intimidating. In a sport consumed by marketing, "less is more" has finally found its place.
In this book you will find:
* John's thoughts on why fishing as a family is a life worth living.
* Several reasons you should take kids fishing in the first place.
* A chapter devoted to safety to make sure your trip is memorable for the right reasons.
* An explanation of several useful skills and tricks that will help you succeed.
* A breakdown of the gear you actually need, so you don't waste money at the tackle shop.
* A chapter explaining the freshwater game fish you are likely to encounter, and how to catch them.
* Tips on how to prepare for your fishing trip.
* A primer on how to identify a good fishing spot.
* Advice for purchasing a boat.
* Advice on how to fish from a boat (there's more to it than you might think!).
* Tips on how to get kids of different ages into the sport.
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