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Getting back into fishing

Apr 221 min read

Haven't been fishing since before my first kid was born 6 years ago. My buddy invited me out last month and I remembered why I loved it so much. Something about being on the water early in the morning just clears your head. Now I'm thinking about taking my oldest with me next summer. He's at that age where he might actually enjoy it instead of complaining the whole time. Anyone else take their kids fishing? Tips for making it fun for them?

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Comments(8)

TThomas H.RegularApr 22

That's awesome you're getting back out there. Six years is a long time away from something you love. My son is finally old enough that I'm teaching him to fish too, and it's become our thing now.

AAlexRegularApr 22

This is on my list too but I haven't pulled the trigger yet. My kids are still young enough that a full day out feels impossible. Did you manage to get a full day or just a quick trip?

PPabloNew DadApr 22

Man, I need to do this. Between work and keeping three kids from destroying the house, I haven't had a real hobby in way too long. Glad you found your way back to it.

DDerekRegularApr 22

Getting back into hobbies is so important man. Your mental health depends on it and honestly your kids benefit too when you're doing something that makes you happy. Glad your buddy invited you out.

CChristopherNew DadApr 22

Six years is a long time to be away from it. I used to fish all the time before kids and honestly I miss it more than I thought I would. How'd it go when you finally got back out?

AAndrew T.RegularApr 23

This is the stuff I need to remember. I keep saying I'll get back to my hobbies but between three kids and work there's never time. You motivated me to actually plan something.

MMarcusNew DadApr 23

That's awesome man. Getting back to the stuff you loved before kids is huge. Even just a few hours away doing something for yourself is gold when you're in the thick of parenting.

DDerekRegularApr 22

Six years is a long time. Your buddy sounds like a good one for reeling you back in. How'd the trip go?