The family activity you need this summer: fishing

Summer has arrived! And, once again, we have to find activities for the children. You might think you've run out of ideas... but you haven't thought of fishing!

Indeed, it's a family activity that isn't as common as it used to be. Years ago, without screens, children connected with nature, and in doing so, with their parents when they accompanied them (quite similar to those movie scenes). How wonderfully beneficial it would be for anyone to have those little moments now and then in a tranquil place! Those intimate moments between people amidst nature are as necessary today as they were then (or perhaps even more so).

In this post, we'll tell you everything you need to know to make your family plan a success for both adults and children.

The first step is generate interest with children. Show them videos, pictures or tell them a story or anecdote. We know well that with interest everything arises easier and in the best way, especially with children. Basically, it's about preparing the way for the little ones so they get an idea of the plan and get motivated. You could do a countdown on the kitchen calendar to remind them!

The second step would be to inform oneself About fishing. If we take our children to do a specific activity, it's important that we know how to guide them through the process so that everything goes smoothly. To do this, we need to know a little about the art of fishing, the utensils and how to use them, the fish and the environment, etc. We're supposed to know it all… but every magician has their tricks. With the internet, it won't be a problem! We'll leave you the website: www.espesca.com where they tell us everything we need to know about this ancestral practice.

Regarding the material, it is crucial to take Much care around children. For the little ones (and not so little ones) there are several fishing kit very affordable ones available on Amazon that are made from materials suitable for their age to avoid any upsets. It seems impossible not to take risks when there are metal hooks and threads involved… but there is a perfect solution! We’ll leave you the article from the previous website so you can compare prices and kits for the little ones with the help of more experienced people.

When we are already enjoying the process, it is necessary to let the children experiment closely the activitythe concrete technique, patience, merit, step-by-step work, prudence… You have to let Make your own decisions without fear of making mistakes (on your part and ours). This way, we will help them absorb all the virtues and fun this wonderful practice has to offer. Even as the years go by, fishing will always be a good life lesson. Like the famous Chinese proverb that says: «Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.».

Evidently, we have to do our part to ensure that the first few days are fruitful and the children have more fun than ever. To do this, we will need to plan the activity according to their capabilities. It would be better to go to a safe place (no jetties or boat fishing) where there are small, easy-to-catch species. You also have to consider if the place is too crowded, of course... as a precaution due to COVID-19 and for the safety of others who aren't fishing but are around. If you have a river nearby or the seaside, perhaps that would be even better. This way, even the little ones can join in the outing.

The final step, though no less important, is to comment on the achievements, funny anecdotes from the day, etc. Children act according to the response they get from the adults who matter most to them, for example, their parents. Make sure that going fishing doesn't become a chore, but an experience that also includes a well-deserved snack by the water, a good dip, or picking fruit from the trees. The memories will last a lifetime! Encouraging them and bringing out the best in them will be easy on this wonderful fishing adventure!

You're ready! Enjoy the summer!