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Online Class: Freshwater Fishing 101

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Course Cost: 6 Month Subscription
Course (no Certificate)   =   $35.00
Course with CEU Certificate*   =   $60.00
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Course Description

This comprehensive, illustrated course is designed to instruct people on the sport of freshwater fishing;  including an introduction to the sport, discussions on various bait fishing, lure fishing, and casting techniques.

Fishing 101: catching a catfish

Additionally, there are discussions on fishing tips in general, and information on how factors such as weather and solar/lunar forces can affect a fishing trip.  Also included here, is a listing of the best species of fish for the table, along with information on the best ways to cook freshly-caught fish, and an overview of fishing safety and regulations.

We'll cover these topics:
  • Useful angling tips, detailed
  • Instructions on angling methods
  • Different types of fishing rods and their compositions
  • The various species of freshwater species
  • Nature's affects on fresh water fishing.
  • How the sun and moon affect fishing
  • Casting and choosing bait.
  • How weather, location and water clarity impact your fishing.
  • The different places to fish and fishing safety and safely.
  • The correct way to handle fresh fish, how to freeze them, and the amount and limitations allowed in fishing.

So join us today, and let's learn how to fish!

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Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe selecting an appropriate rod and reel.
  • Describe common freshwater gamefish species.
  • Summarize factors that can affect angling success.
  • Describe the solar/lunar tables.
  • Describe angling safety and regulations and proper care and handling of freshly-caught fish, and
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1: An Introduction To The World of Angling

Beginners will be provided with lots of useful angling tips, detailed instructions on angling methods, and plenty of related information.

Lesson 2: Selecting an Appropriate Rod and Reel

This lesson discusses the different types of fishing rods and their compositions.

Lesson 3: Common Freshwater Gamefish Species Part I

In this lesson we will discuss the various species of freshwater species including bass and pike.

Lesson 4: Common Freshwater Gamefish Species Part II

This lesson will explore other freshwater fish including bluegill, trout and catfish.

Lesson 5: Factors That Can Affect Angling Success

In this lesson we will discuss nature's affects on fresh water fishing.

Lesson 6: The Solar/Lunar Tables

This lesson explains how the sun and moon affect fishing.

Lesson 7: General Angling Methods and Helpful Tips

This lesson describes fishing methods including casting and choosing bait.

Lesson 8: General Weather Conditions

How weather, location and water clarity impact your fishing.

Lesson 9: Angling Safety and Regulations and Proper Care and Handling of Freshly-Caught Fish

In this lesson we will discuss the different places to fish and fishing safety and safely.

Lesson 10: How Many Fish to Keep and Safe Handling and Preparation of Fresh Fish

This lesson describes the correct way to handle fresh fish, how to freeze them, and the amount and limitations allowed in fishing.

Additional Information

Course Title : Freshwater Fishing 101
CEU Value :

0.8 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

Standard :

Course Adheres to the ANSI/IACET 1-2007 Standard

Accreditation :

Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102.

Languages : English - United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and other English speaking countries
Course Number : 7550016
Course Type : Hobby/Enthusiast
Course URL :

http://fishing.onlineclasses.com

Course Rating : Excellent Course! 4 Star Rating
Instructor :

UniversalClass Staff Instructor

Syllabus :

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Grading Policy :

Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive a CEU Certificate documenting CEUs earned

Assessment Method :

Lesson assignments and review exams

Duration : Continuous: Enroll anytime!
Requirements : View Technical Requirements
Course Fee :

Basic Course: $35.00 (no CEU Certificate)

   

with CEU Certificate: $60.00

NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT
This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment. This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, certification or educational requirements.

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