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Teaching a child to fish may no longer give a man a livelihood, but it will give him a lifetime of memories. Fly-fishing is a great sport to pick up with your child. New to the sport yourself? Learn a few tips from an interview with Pat Micek from British Columbia Flyfishing Resources. Excerpt:
Is fly fishing a sport that children can enjoy?
Yes. Fly fishing is a sport for the entire family. Each year I teach groups of young people the fine art of fly fishing. Usually, as part of outdoor education, a school hires my company to instruct students. Our courses vary from 1 day seminars to 5 day camping and fishing.
How old should a child be before they are taken fly fishing?
My daughter started fly fishing when she was 8. I would suggest matching the sport to the child, that is, if the child is strong enough to handle a light rod and has some basic coordination, then, he's ready. Give it a try.
What would you recommend as a good way to start?
Link a young person up with a fly angler that is competent and capable of connecting. It is very important Read more
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