Take Me Fishing Blog

Boating and Fishing Patches for ScoutsThis is certainly a special year for the Boy Scouts of America – as they celebrate their 100th anniversary at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree.

It turns out that not all fish stories are lies and that in fact, some of the most outlandish ones are actually true – like the one about a bass worth a million dollars. Imagine a fish worth a million dollars in prize money.

Take Me Fishing™ is excited to be partnering with Discovery Education on a new initiative called “Explore the Blue.” The goal is to reach children nationwide to inspire a lasting appreciation for the natural world.

With the arrival of summer, people get their boats, fishing gear, and water sports equipment ready, and then head to the water. Water sports are meant for enjoyment, relaxation, and fun, but a little carelessness can turn them into events of mishap and tragedy.

There are a few things you can count on in Texas this time of year and the heat is at the top of the list. As we head over to East Texas this weekend the expected temperatures are going to be in the high 90’s.

Think your home state has the best boating in the country? The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and its Discover Boating campaign recently announced the top 10 boating states of 2009, along with some great boating hotspots in each.

I consider myself a pretty outdoorsy guy. I have always loved getting out in the woods, swimming in lakes and streams and hiking and biking along trailways.