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    Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

    Apply to Become a Fishing Instructor

    The PFBC's Fishing Skills Instructors program gives anglers who want to share their love of fishing the skills and materials they need to teach others.

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    Contact a Region Office
    PFBC Educator teaches a woman how to cast a fly fishing rod

    Register for a Training Course

    If you are interested in becoming a fishing instructor, contact Fish and Boat Commission staff in your region. 

      Fishing Skills Instructor Training

      Fishing Tackle Loaner Program

      When instructors have students without tackle, they can connect with one of our partners to borrow all the equipment new anglers need. 

      Fishing Tackle Loaner Sites