October 2012

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Institute for the Deaf and Blind Participates in the Pond Owners Mentoring Program
October 2012

Biologist Aide Brenda Morrison helps students learn about fishing safety.	Students participate in a casting course after Mrs. Morrison provides a few basic fishing tips.
Backyard Bass is an excellent game for new anglers.	Parents help with the fishing.
	Most students catch a backyard bass after a few attempts.
Students learn best with help from parents.	They provided a lot of help.
The day was great fun for all.	We caught one too!
Biologist Jerry Moss explains how to fish with a float and what students can expect to catch.	Fishing is a great way to relax.
	Mr. Moss helps this student show off her fish.
Look at the largemouth bass we caught!	A bluegill was caught too.
	Fishing is a fun activity, and it provides a way for families to spend time together.

Students enjoyed "petting" this bluegill.	Intern Parten demonstrates how to use the zip-line.
Students were eager to give it a try for themselves.	Students from the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind had a memorable experience being outdoors and learning to fish. Mrs. Brenda Morrison Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division Let's Go Fishing! Where? How?