Fishing can be a highly technical hobby. The choice in rods, reels, bait, lures, and lines can be mind boggling. Remember, when on family outings, keep it simple and keep it light. This will keep you from fighting equipment and allow more time for fishing.

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Combining activities can also make family outings more enjoyable. For instance, try making your own fishing rods from willow branches and a length of fishing line. You can also find your own bait under rocks or in the weeds around lakes and streams. Make catching a fish a learning experience and an adventure.

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Light lines, small hooks, and small floats can help you put some excitement on the end of the line fast. Kids tire quickly and often give up while waiting for lunker fish to bite. Most kids would rather pull in 25 bluegill than wait for one trophy catch. 

To children, each fish they catch is a trophy.