Introduce your troop to the world of fishing and boating so they can earn the Passport Patch.

The Passport Patch is the coolest new patch around. The Passport to Fishing & Boating is a fun, adventure-education program designed to teach the skills needed to dive into the wonderful world of fishing and boating. It’s fun and easy to do with the help of a pack leader or parent. Once your pack has these basics under their belts, you’ll be ready to get out on the water and start fishing.

How can you earn the Passport Patch?

• Step 1:
  Ask your Troop Leader to register for the Passport Program.
• Step 2:
  Complete three or go through all six exciting interactive stations designed to teach Cub Scouts and Scouts everything about the basics of fishing and boating. It is a perfect indoor activity, taking no more than an hour and 45 minutes, and the perfect skill-building opportunity leading to your First Catch patch.
• Station 1:
  What is a healthy watershed?
  How to handle and release a fish safely
• Station 2:
  How to rig and knot
  What attracts fish
• Station 3:
  How to cast
• Station 4:
  Virtual boat ride
  Safe rescue techniques
• Station 5:
  Boating A to Z
  How to load a boat
• Station 6:
  Locals only: unique opportunities in your area
• Step 3:
  Tell us about your Passport activity.

Let Take Me Fishing Help You Plan a Successful Fishing Trip

Find a place to fish and boat.
View map »

Helpful fishing hints, like how to cast.
Go to the fishing section »

Learn more about the fish you are trying to catch.
Check out the Species Explorer »

Get instructional tools and tips.
Download and print »

Learn about conservation of our nation's waterways
Learn more »