Explain to your counselor the injuries that could occur while
fishing and the proper treatment, including cuts, scratches,
puncture wounds, insect bites, hypothermia, dehydration, and
heat reactions. Explain how to remove a hook that has lodged in
your arm. Name and explain five safety practices you should
always follow while fishing. Learn and explain the differences
between two types of fishing outfits. Point out and identify the
parts of several types of rods and reels. Explain how and when
each would be used. Review with your counselor how to care for
this equipment. Demonstrate the proper use of two different
types of Demonstrate how to tie the following knots: clinch,
palomar, turle, blood loop (barrel knot), and the surgeon's
loop. Explain how each knot is used and when to use it. Name and
identify five basic artificial lures and five natural baits and
explain how to fish with them. Explain why bait fish are not to
be released. Explain the importance of practicing Leave No Trace
and how it positively a