Summer Camps at the Lafayette Reservoir | Roughing It


A counselor helps a camper with his drop-line fishing technique

Campers learn different techniques to catch fish.

 

The fishing dock is a quiet place in camp

Counselors and campers practice their "fishing voices" while on the dock.  

Fishing

Fishing is enjoyed by all campers, from Little Raccoons to CILTs. Blue gill, trout, and bass are common catches down at the dock. After learning the safety rules of the waterfront, campers are taught a variety of fishing skills. Younger campers learn how to bait their hooks and drop-line. Older campers, once they have mastered the basics, learn to cast and set up their poles. There are many tales to be told while fishing at the dock. One of the most popular is the legend of Princess Rowaboata, with campers hoping to catch a glimpse of her while down at the dock. Some skills a camper will learn at Fishing:

  • Has knowledge of rules and safety
  • Baiting own hook
  • Knowledge of different kinds of bait and fish in reservoir
  • Casting
  • Tying fishing knots


Older campers learn how to cast

Older campers practice safe  casting techniques.

 

Fishing is a great place to make friends at camp

Two friends hang out on the fishing dock, hoping to catch something.


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