Professional Development

Fishing In The Natural State Professional Development

Fishing In The Natural State Professional Development

Event Description

Traditional and Non-Traditional Educators are all welcomed to attend this professional development workshop that uses Fishing as a vehicle for learning. The Fishing In the Natural State program's primary focus is 4th-12th grade students but can be adjusted for other ages as well. After completing the 6hr professional development and returning a filled application, the educator will receive a curriculum containing 8 Units and an educator's kit to assist with teaching the lessons. The curriculum covers subjects such as Fish ID, Fish Anatomy, Aquatic Habitats, and Human Impact through Science, Math, Art, and Language Arts. 

More Information

Traditional and Non-Traditional Educators are all welcomed to attend this professional development workshop that uses Fishing as a vehicle for learning. The Fishing In the Natural State program's primary focus is 4th-12th grade students but can be adjusted for other ages as well. After completing the 6hr professional development and returning a filled application, the educator will receive a curriculum containing 8 Units and an educator's kit to assist with teaching the lessons. The curriculum covers subjects such as Fish ID, Fish Anatomy, Aquatic Habitats, and Human Impact through Science, Math, Art, and Language Arts.  Please bring your lunch if you wish to attend. 

Event Requirements

Prerequisites
    • Min Age: 18
    • Max Age: 99

Event Contact Information

Kiley VanMatre
Staff Name: Karen Westcamp-Johnson
Staff Email: karen.westcamp-johnson@agfc.ar.gov
Staff Phone: (479) 652-2766
Jan 06
Tue · 9:00 AM
8300 WELLS LAKE ROAD
FORT SMITH, AR 72916-8849
Indoor Classroom

Event Details

Free
01/05/2026
36 Spots Available, age 18-99