Ages 9 to 13
Seattle (Seward Park)
$675
Includes T-shirt
7/5/27 – 7/9/27
7/26/27 – 7/30/27
8/9/27 – 8/13/27
Mon-Fri, 9:00am-4:00pm
This popular day camp packs in an exciting week of fishing, aquatic exploration, and playing along the shore.
At Fishing Skills Camp, kids learn how to catch wild freshwater fish in our local waters. They’ll explore all aspects of fishing, from tying knots and preparing gear to understanding fish behavior and baiting a hook. With guidance from experienced mentors, campers will practice casting and fishing techniques as they explore the water’s edge. Each day also brings plenty of opportunities for fun through aquatic games, challenges, and discoveries.
“My daughter learned a lot about the best places to find fish, natural signs to look for, knot tying, etc. Even though it was only a week long, she is pretty confident with her fishing rod now!”
– Naomi H. (Mother of 11-year-old camper)
Camp Highlights
- Learning to cast a line and catch fish
- Exploring the ethics of catch and release vs. catching to eat
- Discovering the underwater world through the eyes of a fish
- Searching for wild bait and elusive turtles
- Playing, splashing, and exploring along the shore
- Making new friends and sharing adventures!
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Your Child Is in Good Hands
- A 1:10 staff-student ratio
- On-site director and volunteers who offer additional instructor support
- Staff trained as Coyote Mentors, a widely-respected educational philosophy developed at the Wilderness Awareness School
- Compassionate educators who encourage each child’s respect for self, others, and nature
- Experienced Wilderness First Aid and CPR certified professionals
Important notes:
- We will provide each camper with a fishing pole to use during camp.
- Children might have the opportunity to learn our respectful process for giving death to an animal.
- Campers typically do not fish until Tuesday due to group orientation and safety training needs.
What Families Are Saying
“The biggest treasure of Wilderness Awareness School is that the instructors themselves are truly passionate about nature. That makes a huge difference in my son who is usually very reluctant to get his shoes muddy. He loved every minute of this camp.”
– Mother of 10-year-old camper
“My son has attended Wilderness Awareness camps for a few years and has an amazing time each year. The counselors are engaged and empathetic and make sure that each camper is well supported. The camp delivers on a fun outdoor experience that makes kids more enthused to spend time in nature. My son loved that he got to spend so much time fishing!”
– Emma, mother of Fishing Skills camper
“My 11-year-old daughter had a great time in Fishing Skills Camp, and she is not a naturally outdoorsy kid. The guides were calm and friendly and made it really fun for the kids with games and other activities.”
– Naomi H.