Gear used by over 47,000 kids through our programs

We’ve helped thousands of kids catch their first fish —

and this is the exact gear we trust to make it happen.

RESOURCES

Beginner Fishing Kit for Kids 

Your child’s first fish starts here

Rod and Reel

Zebco 202 Spincast Combo

The easiest rod for beginners. Push-button casting means fewer tangles and more success.

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Fishbites Bait

No mess. Stays on the hook. Helps kids catch fish faster.


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Stream2Sea Sunscreen

Protect your child AND the water. Reef-safer and perfect for long days outside.


👉 Get sunscreen using the code anglersforconservation and 20% of the profits are donated to our organization

Dehooking Tool
Teaching kids to fish also means teaching them how to protect what they catch.
This simple tool helps safely remove hooks and release fish without harming them.

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LEARN

Beginner Fishing Guide for Kids 🎣

EBOOK

Help your child catch their first fish — the right way

A fun, illustrated guide used by more than 47,000+ kids at Hook Kids on Fishing events across the state of Florida.

Download The Path of the Enlightened Angler for $9.99 and give your child the tools to confidently catch their first fish—and learn how to protect the waters along the way.

💡 Bonus: This guide can be imported into apps like GoodNotes, so kids can color, interact, and make it their own.

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