Fishing Belt Loop Requirements

 

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REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FISHING SPORTS BELT LOOP

Complete these three requirements:

  1. Review your local fishing regulations with your leader or adult partner. Explain why they are important, and commit to following thenl
  2. Demonstrate how to properly bait a hook.
  3. Try to catch a fish.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FISHING SPORTS PIN

Earn the Fishing beft loop, and complete five of the following requirements:

  1. Compete in a pack or community fishing tournament
  2. Demonstrate how to clean a fish.
  3. Prepare a report on three different kinds of fish. Include information on preferred habitats, feeding habits, and recommended fishing techniques, baits, and equipment needed to catch it
  4. Draw a picture of three different types of fishing reels. Explain how each works.
  5. Tie three fishing flies. Use at least one to fish.
  6. Demonstrate proficiency in casting at a target 30 feet away.
  7. Select a species of fish and draw a picture of it, correctly labeling each part and its function.
  8. Replace the line in a fishing reel.
  9. Make a simple pole and line fishing rig. Use it to catch a fish.
  10. Catch a fish using artificial bait or lures.
  11. Practice fishing on five occasions, complying with local fishing regulations and the Outdoor Code.

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