FWP "Kids to Fish" program allows anglers to borrow gear and tackle

Press release

A popular Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks program that allows kids and their friends or families to check out free fishing rods and tackle is in full swing again this year. 

FWP staff restocked and maintained over 400 fishing rods in nearly 43 different locations across Montana’s Hi-Line and near by. The “Kids to Fish” program lets anglers check out fishing rods and reels equipped with basic tackle, such as hooks, bobbers and sinkers. Typically, eight rods are at each location, and usually a well-stocked tackle box is available to borrow and use.

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