Fishing Belt Loop Program (T, W, B, Wb) – Scouts will demonstrate how to properly bait a hook while trying to catch a fish in IGFA’s front ponds. After reviewing the local fishing regulations, scouts will explain why they are important and will commit to following them.

Fishing Merit Badge Program (BS) – Scouts will learn about different types of fishing equipment while trying to catch fish in the ponds in front IGFA. To get closer to earning their badge, scouts will identify lures and live bait, tie knots, explain regulations and practice ethical angling.

Fly Fishing Merit Badge Program (BS) – Scouts will learn how to match fly rod, line, and leader to get a balanced system. Along with explaining the different types of flies to use while fishing, scouts will learn to tie at least 2 types of flies. Casting is a major part of fly fishing, scouts will travel up to Tigertail lake to refine their casting techniques.

Wildlife Conservation Belt Loop Day (T, W, B, Wb) – Scouts will explain what natural resources are and why it is important to protect and conserve them. Scouts will explain what happens when a food chain is damaged and learn about endangered animals.

     T=Tigers (1st gr) • W=Wolves (2nd gr) • B=Bears (3rd gr) • Wb=Webelos (4th & 5th gr) • BS=Boy Scouts (6th & up gr)

Date: By reservations only, please give at least 2-3 weeks advance notice

Time : 11:00am - 1:30pm or 3:00pm - 5:30pm Saturday or Sunday

Cost: $7.00 per scout (20 scouts/children minimum), $5.00 for adults

1:10 chaperone ratio is required, 2 Leaders are FREE

There aren't any other restrictions on the number of scouts, additional adults or siblings.

For a printable version of programs and information, please click here. 

The Certified Angling Instructor program is for Scouts ages 16 - 21 who are registered as a Boy Scout or Venture Scout. For more information, please click on the logo to the left.

Some scout requirements can be completed while visiting IGFA.  Click on each for a printable version:

Tiger Cub

Tiger Cub Family Activities

Wolf Cub

Bear Cub

Webelos

Boy Scouts

Click to register on-line.

To register please call (954) 924-4309, fax (954) 924-4299, email reservations@igfa.org or mail to:

IGFA
Attn: Education Department
300 Gulf Stream Way
Dania Beach, FL 33004

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