Scout Angler Activity Badge (Fishing Republic)

Scouts Angler Activity Badge - Sponsored by Fishing Republic

Develop your angling acumen, the sense of pride from reeling in a big catch to the enjoyment from being outside and close to the water’s edge. This badge is endorsed by The Angling Trust.

How to earn your badge:

• Learn the water safety rules and the proper precautions to take when fishing from the bank, shore line, or from a boat.
• Understand how the Countryside code should be followed by anglers, and where and how to fish legally.
• Explain how different species of fish have different habitats.
• Learn about invasive species and make sure to check, clean, and dry your equipment to stop them spreading.
• Learn the basic hygiene precautions to take when fishing.
• Go fishing at least four times in two different places.

Make a note of:

• the number of fish you caught
• species and size of your fish
• your method, tackle and bait used
• the weather and water conditions.
• Choose the correct equipment and method for where you plan to fish.

You should be able to:

• Assemble a rod, reel or pole.
• Choose the right form of bait, lure or fly for your planned fishing activity.
• Tie at least three different knots for your chosen method of fishing.
• Show you can cast correctly and accurately into a target area a suitable distance away, depending on the equipment you are using.
• Show how to correctly handle a fish, unhook it and return it into the water.