Fishing is a great way engage students in outdoor pursuits and in learning about conservation. The Discover Nature Fishing (DNF) unit can be integrated into school curriculum to provide instruction that helps students gain the skills and confidence to go fishing on their own. DNF students learn about fishing equipment, casting, rigging a fishing rod, baiting a hook, and proper handling of fish. They learn about fish identification, fish habitat, and how to stock a basic tackle box.
This DNF Educator Training Workshop will cover how to conduct the four DNF lessons, how to use DNF equipment, and how to schedule a fishing field trip. A Discover Nature Fishing Instructor Guide will be provided and is designed to help teachers teach students basic fishing skills. Detailed teaching strategies and instructional best practices are included throughout the lessons to help educators engage students mentally and physically and guide them toward understanding concepts and mastery of skills.
Participants in this workshop are required to create an account on the MDC teacher portal (if they don’t already have one) After completing the training they will be eligible to obtain a DNF-Schools teaching kit with all necessary equipment used to conduct the four DNF lessons, as well an optional classroom set of fishing poles. They may also be eligible for the DNF – Schools transportation grant. Possession of a current Missouri fishing permit is required for teachers/educators under the age of 65 to attend this workshop.
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