From Boy Scouts to high schools, the PFBC estimates that hundreds of clubs, camps and schools present fishing skills workshops, classes and events. In an attempt to document the scope and frequency of these efforts, the PFBC is conducting an online survey through the end of January 2006. The intent of the survey is inventory fishing skills programs and find out what support they need to continue to thrive and grow in Pennsylvania.

“There are lots of great programs out there. We want to find out more about fishing education efforts so that we can better support them with promotion, equipment and, perhaps, even funding,” said Carl Richardson, aquatic resource education program manager for the PFBC.

Those who host or sponsor fishing skills education programs are encouraged to log on to the survey at: http://www.djcase.com/pa_fish_boat.

Survey participants will receive a 2006 Pennsylvania League of Angling Youth (PLAY) patch, featuring a yellow perch. The collectable patches have been produced annually since 1980.