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June 18 – National Fishing Day Fun Facts

June 18 is National Fishing Day! It’s a day to celebrate fishing, one of the oldest and most popular outdoor activities. Fishing can be fun for everyone, whether you are at the beach, a lake, or even a pond. You can check out all of the Fact of the Day for kids here – Fact of the Day for Kids.

FIVE FUN FACTS ABOUT NATIONAL FISHING DAY

  1. Fishing is one of the oldest activities in the world, dating back over 40,000 years!
  2. Did you know that there are over 33,000 species of fish in the world?
  3. The biggest fish ever caught on rod and reel was a 3,427-pound great white shark off the coast of Montauk in New York.
  4. Fishing is a popular pastime in the United States, with more than 49 million people participating each year.
  5. Some fish have incredible camouflage skills, allowing them to blend perfectly into their surroundings.

ACTIVITY IDEAS TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL FISHING DAY

Celebrate National Fishing Day in the classroom with some fun activities:

QUESTIONS TO THINK ABOUT FOR JUNE 18

Think about these questions to learn more about fishing:

  • Why do you think fishing is such a popular activity around the world?
  • What are some reasons people enjoy fishing for fun or sport?
  • How do you think fishing helps the environment or the economy?
  • What are the best places to go fishing, and why?
  • How can we make sure fishing remains a fun and safe activity for everyone?

WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTIONS ABOUT GOING FISHING

Here are five questions to spark conversation. Would you rather…

  • Would you rather fish in a lake or the ocean?
  • Would you rather catch a big fish but have to release it or catch a small fish you can keep?
  • Would you rather go fishing with friends or family?
  • Would you rather fish in a boat or from the shore?
  • Would you rather go fishing during the day or at night?

MORE FUN STUFF

Here are more fun ideas to help keep the kids entertained:

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