ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES SPARK DISCOVERY AND KNOWLEDGE.
Winnebago County youth show off a recent catch as part of the Bass Fishing SPIN Club
What a catch! Youth enjoy screen-free time in the great outdoors. In the past year, screen time increased exponentially as schools, organizations, and even socializing went remote. In response, Illinois 4-H developed a new outdoor curriculum focusing on getting kids to spend time outside and to enjoy the proven benefits of time spent in nature through the sport of largemouth bass fishing. Over the course of 6 weeks, youth learned about aquatic ecosystems, fish biology, and include STEM activities relating to fishing gear. 12 University of Illinois | College of ACES | Illinois Extension | 4-H | 4-H Foundation
