Kids Fishing Clinic at Loggerhead Marinelife Center
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for children with basic mobility; standing and light walking on pier required.
Overview
Bring young anglers ages 8-14 to the Juno Beach Pier for a two-hour Kids Fishing Clinic with Loggerhead Marinelife Center. Learn knot tying, casting, and catch-and-release techniques while earning a Responsible Anglers Certificate.
Kids Fishing Clinic
Come learn to responsibly fish! • Select Saturdays and Sundays Ages 8-14 • 2 Hours
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About This Adventure
Join us at Juno Beach Pier for an engaging fishing experience where you'll master essential skills like knot tying, casting, and responsible catch-and-release techniques. Enjoy hands-on learning while minimizing your impact on marine life, and earn a Responsible Anglers Certificate. All equipment is provided for this memorable two-hour adventure!
Participants will learn basic techniques for fishing including knot tying, casting, fish handling, and proper catch-and-release techniques from the Juno Beach Pier.
One parent/guardian will be able to accompany the participant(s) for free any other guests will need to pay the $2 spectator fee for the pier.
Duration
2 Hours
About
In addition to fishing skills, participants are taught to be responsible anglers and discover how to reduce their impact on marine life. Fish caught during this program will always be released. All fishing equipment and bait is provided. Participants will receive a Responsible Anglers Certificate following their completion of the program. Please see details during registration for recommended items to bring.
NOTE: This program meets at the Juno Beach Pier, not Loggerhead Marinelife Center. Please meet your program leader at the first Pavillion on the Pier after checking in at the Pier's Bait House.
Scholarships are available for free participation in a Clinic. To apply, click here.
Scholarships generously supported by the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County.
Adventure Tips
Arrive early to check in
Meet at the first pavilion on Juno Beach Pier near the Bait House 15 minutes before start time.
Dress for sun protection
Wear a hat, sunscreen, and lightweight long sleeves to stay comfortable during the clinic.
Bring a reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated during the two-hour session on the pier is important, especially in warmer months.
Be mindful of pier rules
Respect the fishing equipment and other anglers to ensure a safe and courteous experience for all.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Loggerhead sea turtles
- Atlantic spiny lobsters
History
Juno Beach and its pier have long been important to local fishing communities and serve as a hub for conservation education, especially through Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s efforts since 1983.
Conservation
Loggerhead Marinelife Center emphasizes sustainable angling and sea turtle protection, promoting catch-and-release practices to protect local fish and marine life populations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sun hat
Protects face and neck from strong Florida sun during the pier session.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle
Keeps participants hydrated during the two-hour outdoor activity.
Light jacket
Useful for cooler breezes in winter months while on the pier.
winter specific
Closed-toe shoes
Provides safety and comfort on potentially slippery pier surfaces.