TAKE ME FISHING AWARDS

							        TAKE ME FISHING AWARDS




                                   Passport Patch

The Passport Patch program is an introduction to fishing and boating for Cub Scouts and
Scouts aged 6 to 11. Scouts take part in a fun and exciting six step interactive program
that teaches various skills every angler needs to be knowledgeable, safe, and confident
while fishing and boating

The Passport Patch is the coolest new patch around. The Passport to Fishing & Boating
is a fun, adventure-education program designed to teach the skills needed to dive into the
wonderful world of fishing and boating. It’s fun and easy to do with the help of a pack
leader or parent. Once your pack has these basics under their belts, you’ll be ready to get
out on the water and start fishing.

How can you earn the Passport Patch?

      Step 1:
       Ask your Troop Leader to register for the Passport Program.
      Step 2:
       Complete three or go through all six exciting interactive stations designed to teach
       Cub Scouts and Scouts everything about the basics of fishing and boating. It is a
       perfect indoor activity, taking no more than an hour and 45 minutes, and the
       perfect skill-building opportunity leading to your First Catch patch.
           o Station 1:
               What is a healthy watershed?
               How to handle and release a fish safely
           o Station 2:
               How to rig and knot
               What attracts fish
           o Station 3:
               How to cast
           o   Station 4:
               Virtual boat ride
               Safe rescue techniques
           o   Station 5:
               Boating A to Z
               How to load a boat
           o   Station 6:
               Locals only: unique opportunities in your area
      Step 3:
       Tell us about your Passport activity.

For more help or to register for the patch/ program or to get the virtual courses needed to
complete this patch
Visit: www.TakemeFishing.org/scouts