The Youth Fishing Program

Fishing is one of our most popular activities in Nebraska, and is certainly a great family past-time. The Youth Fishing Program is a statewide program designed to introduce kids to fishing in a safe, ethical, and enjoyable manner. Trained volunteer instructors teach fishing basics such as:

The youth fishing program works in collaboration with the Fishing Host program. Annually the YFP helps about 11,000 Nebraska youth to experience how much fun fishing can be. Classes are free and may be held nearly anywhere for any sized group.

The necessary materials, tackle and equipment is provided by the Youth Fishing Program through our trained certified fishing volunteers. The programs can be tailored to suit individual groups of any size and vary in length from one hour to all day depending on the audience!

To schedule a program, just request a list of volunteers in your area and contact them to arrange a time, date, and program specifics. The volunteer instructors will do the rest!

In the past we have worked with kid's groups of all sorts, including:

• scout troops
• 4-H
• church groups
• schools
• hospitals
• clubs
• city park and recreation programs

If you would like a list of volunteers or more information call or write us at:

Andrea Faas
Telephone: (402) 332-3901
E-mail: andrea.faas@nebraska.gov
Mailing address:
Aksarben Aquarium
Youth Fishing Program
21502 West Highway 31
Gretna, NE 68028