MinnAqua - Fishing Education

Division of Fish & Wildlife Outreach Section

What is MinnAqua?

MinnAqua is a statewide education program designed to teach angling recreation and stewardship as well as the ecology and conservation of aquatic habitats.

Why MinnAqua?

Here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, Minnesotans have a unique opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy aquatic habitats. There are over 5400 game fish lakes in Minnesota and 15,000 miles of fishable streams and rivers. Fishing is a life-long activity that connects participants with their local environment and encourages stewardship of natural resources.

Photo by: Steve Kohls, Brainerd Dispatch

MinnAqua Programs

MinnAqua Education Specialists and interns partner with schools, youth groups, and community organizations to hold fishing and aquatic education programs throughout the state. Contact MinnAqua for more information about programs.

Become a MinnAqua Intern this summer!

2012 MinnAqua Internships are available. Learn how to apply. Find out what it's like to be a MinnAqua Intern.

The Bottom Line - Recreation Worth Paying For!

Minnesota's Game and Fish Fund is in dire condition. It is projected to be in the red by as early as July 2013. This means the DNR will need to make significant cuts that affect the quantity and quality of hunting, fishing and natural resources law enforcement unless the state Legislature approves license fee increases during the 2012 session.

MinnAqua’s funding comes from the Game and Fish Fund. Potential cuts will impact how we are able to provide programming and support for aquatic stewardship and fishing education in Minnesota.

To learn more, please visit the Fish and Wildlife Heritage Website.

MinnAqua Leader's guide cover

The MinnAqua Leader's Guide Fishing: Get in the Habitat! is here!

Introduce kids to fishing, address Minnesota Academic Standards, and engage kids with learning that is relevant, interdisciplinary and fun! The MinnAqua Leader's Guide Fishing: Get in the Habitat! has 39 detailed, beautifully illustrated fishing and aquatic education lessons and activities.

To receive your copy, attend a MinnAqua Fishing Get in the Habitat! workshop. Register for a workshop in the events calendar below.

Events

06/06/12	Great Lakes Aquarium	MinnAqua Educator Workshop
06/26/12	Great Lakes Aquarium	Science Institute for Educators
07/24/12	Great Lakes Aquarium	Science Institute for Educators
08/14/12	Great Lakes Aquarium	Science Institute for Educators