The Recreational Value of Fishing
Nicky Pilkington
Many people consider that fish are only a medium of survival, or to some
extent a food supply; yet there is another angle that is little known. The
manufacturing industry utilizes more than two billion pounds of fish and
fish by-products every year. This is slightly more than is used for food.
What most people do not know is that fishing continues to provide
recreational activity of making it one of the most preferred hobbies.
In fact, fishing as a hobby is continuously growing and that is why the
estimated number of people who acquire fishing licenses each year is more
than 12 million.
Moreover, surveys show that for every dollar spent for a fishing license,
there are sixteen dollars spent for equipment, such as fishing tackle, food,
clothing, and transportation. There is more money spent on fishing than on
any other hobby in existence.
Why is it a Great Hobby?
It is a means of providing something to free the mind and body of the
worries of the day. It has also been proven to help in mentoring troubled
teens, replacing negative thoughts and activity with more positive traits
and pursuits. Fishing is truly a wholesome sport.
The use of all types of fishing equipment has added something that no other
feature could possibly accomplish. Thousands of youngsters are enthusiastic
to learn how to cast a fly or plug bait.
These youngsters have an interest in fish and fishing and they desire to
fish in a lawful and recreational manner.
Boiled down, fish and fishing may be considered one of man’s essential
resources. It is hoped that further realization of fishing as a hobby will
develop the necessary knowledge of the true recreational value of fishing,
the fish, and the general conservation of all natural resources as well as
the value of good sportsmanship and developing good citizens.
Find out more about fishing at
http://aboutfishing.org
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