Amazement, curiosity, wonder and smiles are the expressions we see on children’s faces when they are handed a new fishing rod at the Anglers for Conservation’s Hook Kids on Fishing (HKOF) program. In the next 6 weeks, 16 HKOF events will be held across Florida and registration for all of them will begin March 1. See the list below for a location near you. Here are just a few of the lessons learned:

• Walking safely with a fishing rod in hand
• Tying a hook onto the line with a clinch knot
• Casting to a target
• How to use the various items found in a tackle box
• Go fishing

Spread the word and join the fun, volunteers are always needed to help with the program centers, registration and fishing with the kids with their new rods and reels! See Events at www.anglersforconservation.org to get more details about each HKOF program. WE’ll see you there!!

We like to thank our dedicated partners who have teamed up with us with their time and energy in continuing this exciting event for youth and their families throughout Florida these past 10 years!

Aylesworth’s Fish & Bait
City of Casselberry
City of Fort Pierce
City of Palm Bay
City of St. Marks
City of Tarpon Springs Recreation Division
Coastal Angler Magazine
Conrad Academy
Diiachi Hooks
Fish Florida Foundation
Fishermen’s Village
Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
Florida Keys Ocean Festival
Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge and Nature Center
JB Fish Camp
King Fisher Fleet
Marine Resource Council
Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
Mosquito Creek Outdoors
Mote Marine Laboratory
Mudhole Custom Tackle
Resurrection Church
Satellite Beach Recreation Department
Ted Moorhead Lagoon House
The Online Fisherman

Anglers for Conservation’s Orlando and Volusia Chapters

Thank you for forwarding this newsletter to families you know with children who might be interested in attending.