University of Minnesota Extension

Minnesota 4-H


Fishing Sports Project

Explore fishing in the "Land of 10,000+ Lakes." Learn about fish species and habitats; experiment with fishing gear, baits and lures; tie knots, lines and flies; research fishing regulations; and explore careers related to fishing.


State & regional events

To view county or local club events, visit the county website.

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4-H Camp Counselor Training

Camp counselor training is designed to provide the skills and knowledge to be an effective camp counselor and leadership team member. Training topics include: role of camp counselor, theme and program development, recreation leadership, group facilitation, conflict resolution, outdoor environment and nature programming, and much more. More info

  • Dates vary by county and region. Check with your county offices for dates and locations.

Shooting Sports & Wildlife Leader Certification

Shooting Sports & Wildlife instructors must be certified. This is a weekend training designed to cover the needed knowledge and rules to become a certified instructor in one discipline: Archery, Muzzleloading, Shotgun, Air Rifle/Air Pistol/.22 Rifle, Wildlife and Coordinator. It covers life skills, state regulations, and content skills needed for each of the six disciplines. More info.

Minnesota State Fair

4-H plays a pivotal role in youth development and public education at the Minnesota State Fair. Over 7,000 4-H youth have the opportunity to interact with the public and educate fairgoers through 4-H exhibits, demonstrations, performances, and 4-H promotion. More info.

 

Fishing Sports project resources

Fishing For Adventure
Fishing for Adventures - Take the Bait
Price: $3.95


Project Evaluation Sheet

Fishing PLUS (111 K PDF)


4-H Youth Record Keeping

Project leader resources

Sportsfishing Helper's Guide
Sportsfishing Helper's Guide
Price: $3.95


Project meeting outlines

Project Meeting Outlines Lesson plans to be used with youth.
Blank Project Meeting Outline (61 K PDF)

 

Fish Identification (10 K PDF)
Fishing Knot Tying (42 K PDF)
Fishing Pole (48 K PDF)


Clover Update

Scholarships & grants

You may qualify for funding for your 4-H project, your club or your university studies. Learn more.


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