Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouting, said "A fisherman does not bait his hook with food he likes. He uses food the fish likes" The same is true for Scouts and it turns out that fishing is what Scouts want. In fact, fishing comes in as fourth on the list in a recent survey of Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA participants about what they want from Scouting.
Because fishing is so popular, the BSA has developed the Certified Angler Instructor (CAI) program and now are offering this unique training online over the next few weeks. The training will be offered in six modules that will be taught online every Tuesday at 9 pm from January 25 through March 1, 2022. There is a $10 fee to cover the cost of the patch and shipping. In the past, this training with travel and lodging has often run into hundreds of dollars so this is a very inexpensive option. To register, click here. You will be sent a Zoom link after you register
The CAI Training course is taught using the E.D.G.E. Method, in an effort to provide Scout Leaders/ Camp Staff with the tools necessary to design, develop and provide leadership to BSA fishing programs. Participants include current and future Council Camp Program Directors, Camp Fishing Staff Members, Merit Badge Counselors, Cub Scout Day Camp Staff, Cubmasters, Scoutmasters, Sea Scouts and Venture Staff. Unit Leaders wishing to grow their membership with an active outdoor program!
Den Leaders, Assistant Scoutmasters, Committee Members, Star, Life and Eagle Scouts. You will become prepared to instruct Scouts in fishing and fly fishing while using fishing to plan outdoor activities in all seasons. This includes outdoor and indoor skill development and preparation. Leaders who take this course qualify as fishing and fly fishing merit badge counselors.
The CAI course syllabus includes age appropriate skills using fishing tools and techniques for their Scouts, ranging from Cane Pole to Fly Fishing
The course will
- Highlight best practices on content delivery, in both the classroom and the field.
- Provide a positive fishing experience & improve your council’s fishing program
- The skills learned in the course can be used to increase membership in your unit, district and council
- Participants will become confidant in fly tying and fly casting, knot tying and catch and release practices.
- CAI offers quality fishing gear at value pricing/cost effective purchase power for units and Councils alike.
For more information check out these links:
- What is a BSA Certified Angler Instructor
- Informational Brochure
- Training Opportunities
- https://www.bsafishing.com/
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