The summer fishing program is dedicated to providing youth a fun and educational fishing experience, while being accessible to children and parents alike. The program encourages ethical angling for future generations by helping children develop an appreciation of the marine ecosystem and its resources.

Prior to fishing, participants will receive an educational briefing on safety precautions, fishing rules & regulations, use of tackle, and proper fish-handling and release techniques. They will board a charter boat and fish on inshore reefs with light tackle and barbless circle hooks. All trips will practice catch and release fishing.

Tackle, bait and fishing licenses are included. Participants should bring water, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and snacks.

Space is limited, and registration with prepayment is required. Children ages 6 and up fish for FREE, adults pay $40. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Additional children per one adult pay $10 each. Credit Card payments will be accepted. Checks can be made out to the Fishing and Conservation Trust and mailed to: Three Captains Inc, 390 Alton Road, Suite A, Miami Beach, FL 33139.

To register for one or more trips, please call the Fishing and Conservation Trust at 305-372-9470.

You can find more information on the Kids Let's Go Fishing! program online at www.kidsletsgofishing.com, or call the Miami-Dade Cooperative Extension Sea Grant program at 305-421-4017.

The Miami-Dade Cooperative Extension is a partnership of the Miami-Dade Consumer Services Department and the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences.