Winnebago County 4-H is offering a bass fishing SPIN (Special Interest) Club program June 7-11, 2021 focused on attracting Jr. High level youth to the sport of fishing with a specific focus on largemouth bass. This program is offered to youth ages 11-14 with previous fishing experience. The intention of these lessons is to advance the interest, or spark, of fishing passions to a higher level. There are six lessons designed to be visual and hands-on and will be taught at Torstenson Youth Conservation Education Center at 13735 Cook Rd, Pecatonica.  The lessons focus on aquatic ecosystems; fish biology; and include STEM activities relating to fishing gear. Youth enrolled in the 4-H Sportsfishing and/or Bass Fishing SPIN clubs will be eligible for special opportunities and fishing contests at the state level for prizes and recognition of their mastery!

Participants do not have to be in 4-H to join.  Cost for Winnebago County 4-H members is $5 and non-members is $10.  Monday, June 7- Thursday, June 10, classes will be held at Torstenson Youth Conservation Education Center at 13735 Cook Rd, Pecatonica from 11am-noon.  Friday’s class will be 10am-noon at the River Building at the Torstenson property and participants should bring their fishing poles and gear on Friday.  Class size is limited to 15 participants.

Masks are required to be worn by staff and participants at all times.  Participants will be socially distanced.  Hand sanitizing stations will be available.