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We’ve found 10 activities:
Water safety charades
Learn about the water safety rules while playing the classic game of charades
Supported by
GO Outdoors
20 mins
Indoors
Gone fishin'
A fun group game based on the board game of the same name
30 mins
Indoors
Fishing taster sessions
Get fishing with some free or low cost taster sessions
Supported by
GO Outdoors
2 hrs
Outdoors
Learn about native and invasive plant species
Play plant protectors, and learn about native and invasive plant species in your area.
Supported by
Generation Green
45 mins
Outdoors
Fishing trip
It’s time to reel in the catch of the day from on, in or by the water, as we head out on a fantastic fishing adventure.
4 hrs
At camp
Fishing
Fall for this peaceful pastime, hook, line and sinker, as we explore lakes, rivers and the sea for the catch of the day.
5 hrs
Outdoors
Camera angles
Shoot a ‘how to’ video for amateur anglers to show them how to stay clean and safe when they’ve gone fishin’.
1 hr
Outdoors
Knot your average angler
Develop your angling knot-ledge and test to see how much weight your knots can hold.
40 mins
Outdoors
I’m hooked
Time to fish through your contacts list, as we invite along an expert to help everyone prepare for a group fishing trip.
1 hr
Outdoors
Learn about the Countryside Code
Learn the Countryside Code in an interactive game to get you ready for the outdoors.
20 mins
Indoors