Rebel Lures: A Perfect Time To Take A Kid (Trout) Fishing

rebel logoWinter time is a great time to expose children to lure fishing for trout. Trout are spawning in many tailrace areas, and many of them can be readily caught. Fishing is also a great way to spend time with a child and teach them about the outdoors. A few tips: If you are going to take a child fishing, let the trip be about the child. Help him or her get outfitted correctly.

You can buy waders for children and teach them how to wade safely. Waders are now readily available in youth sizes at retailers such as Academy, Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s. Also let the child use real spinning rods and reels that you would use – not the toy kinds with action figures or cartoons on them. The more children use quality, performance rods and reels, the more chances they have at being successful and wanting to go fishing again.

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Take them to a special regulations area or even a pay-to-catch trout pond. Some states have free public fishing areas set aside for anglers under the age of 16. These areas enhance the child’s opportunity to catch trout. Dry Run Creek and Collins Creek are such areas in the state of Arkansas. Check CatchFishAnywhere.net for more special reg areas.

Let the child use barbless lures, even if they are not fishing in special regulations areas. By using barbless lures such as Rebel TD47 Ghost Minnows or Rebel Micros, children can get used to handling lures and fish without worrying about getting injured or stuck with barbs. The more a child can participate in the event, the more they will enjoy it.

Bring along food and drinks and be sure to take breaks. Kids sometimes lose interest in fishing, even if there is a lot of action. Be sure to break it up with snacks and maybe even a little horse play. Throwing stuff in the water (as long as there aren’t other fishermen around) such as pebbles, rocks and sticks can be extremely enjoyable and memorable to children. In other words, have fun!

Take photos with your camera or phone. Give the child a memory to reinforce the day on the water. Many times, this will be shared with their friends and will make them want to go again another day.

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