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The Trailhead is located in Lake County, Florida. map

For more information, please contact info@scrubjaytrail.org
(352) 429-5566

open:
sat - wed : 8:00-5:00

Email photo contributions
of wildlife or plants seen
on the trail to this address: photos@scrubjaytrail.org

 

 

Camp for Kids - 2017

FISHING AND BASIC BOATING SKILLS CAMP
AT THE FLORIDA SCRUB-JAY TRAIL

MAY 29-JUNE 2,  JUNE 5-9  and  JUNE  12-16, 2017

Three 5 day camps will be offered to kids, 9 to 15, and will be presented each day,
Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Dates are May 29-June 2, June 5-9 and June 12-16, 2017

Presented by The Florida Scrub-Jay Consortium 11490 Monte Vista Rd. Clermont, Florida in partnership with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Topics to be covered include how to fish, fish biology, catch and release techniques, fish habitats, boating safety and navigation, oaring and trolling motor operation, rod and reel assembly, types of tackle, types of knots, casting, bait, cast nets, fish cleaning and a whole lot more.

There will be a fishing tournament complete with prizes and games including rowing competitions, casting contests. On the final day, campers will treat their families to a fish fry. Campers will receive their own rod and reel and tackle box complete with all of the tackle they need during the camp, and to take home. Once trained, campers fish from their own boats, by themselves.

Tuition for the camp is $225 for the week
($215 if paid by cash or check)

Class size will be limited to assure personalized instruction.
Acceptance will be on a first come – first served basis.

Fishing and Basic Boating Skills Camp for Kids

Fish Camp Dates for 2017

This program is presented by The Florida Scrub-Jay Consortium in partnership with Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

To sign up contact  info@scrubjaytrail.org  or call (352)-429-5566

The Florida Scrub-Jay Consortium is a 501(c)(3) not for profit Florida corporation.

The Florida Scrub-Jay Trail

Special Thanks to our Generous Sponsors

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Fish Florida


... And to our Wonderful Donors

National Wildlife Federation
Oakwood Smokehouse & Grill
Denise Pyke Construction, Inc.
PDQ
Bass Pro Shops
Matlack Tree Farm
Dream Weavers Custom Embroidery
Spiro's Pizza - Clermont
Chick-fil-A
Publix Super Markets


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