Junior Angler Academy

Learn the parts of a fishing rod, types of reels, and how drag keeps you from losing the big one.

Master the Improved Clinch Knot, Uni Knot, and Arbor Knot — the three knots every angler needs to know.

The basics of an overhead cast, sidearm cast, and how to land your bait right where the fish are.

Identify the fish you might catch in Washington — salmon species, trout, rockfish, and more.

How to handle fish safely so they swim away healthy — proper grip, hook removal, and revival technique.

Sun, hooks, slippery rocks, and fast water — know the risks and how to stay safe on every fishing trip.

Licenses, limits, seasons, and how to respect other anglers and the environment while you fish.