This course is designed as a short program emphasizing safety, enjoyment, and skill development. The skills and knowledge gained through this course can set the stage for a lifetime of exploration, adventures, a healthy lifestyle, appreciation of water and the natural world, lasting memories with family and friends, and a rewarding experience for all - we paddle because it is fun.
This Kayak Fishing curriculum does not specifically pertain to pedal drive fishing kayaks. For the purposes of this course, paddles will be used.
Appropriately fitted life jacket designed for paddling, protective clothing suitable for extended swims, appropriate footwear, boat, paddle, and whistle. Typically, a Sit-On-Top Fishing Kayak is most appropriate for this course, but recreational, whitewater, or coastal kayaks may be used at the instructor’s discretion.
Minimum of a half day (4 hours) or more.
Flat water, protected from wind, waves, and outside boat traffic, with current less than 0.5 knots, and within swimming distance of shore.
5 Participants : 1 Instructor; with an additional qualified assistant, the ratio can be 10 : 2.
This course may be offered by Level 2: Essentials of River Kayak or Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring (or higher) ACA Instructors, Instructor Trainers, or Instructor Trainer Educators with Paddlesports Angler Endorsement.