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FLY FISHINGPage 1Scout Name: __________________________________________ _______Unit #: _______________Date: _______________Requirements Last Revised: 2002Fly Fishing of 1FLY FISHINGMerit Badge Requirements1) Explain to your counselor the injuries that could occur while flyfishing and the proper treatment including cuts scratchespuncture wounds insect bites hypothermia dehydration and heat reactions. Explain how to remove a hook that has lodged in yourarm. Name and explain five safety practices you should always follow while flyfishing.2) Discuss how to match a fly rod line and leader to get a balanced system. Discuss several types of fly lines and explain how andwhen each would be used. Review with your counselor how to care for this equipment.3) Demonstrate how to tie proper knots to prepare a fly rod for fishing:A) Tie a backing to a fly reel spool using the arbor backing knot.B) Attach backing to fly line using the nail knot.C) Attach a leader to fly line using the needle knot nail knot or looptoloop connection.D) Add a tippet to a leader using a double surgeons loop or blood knot.E) Tie a fly onto the terminal end of the leader using the improved clinch knot.4) Explain how each of the following types of flies are used: dry flies wet flies nymphs streamers bass bugs and poppers. Whatdoes each imitate? Tie at least two types of the flies mentioned in this requirement.5) Demonstrate the ability to cast a fly consistently and accurately using overhead and roll cast techniques.6) Go to a suitable fishing location and make observations on the types of insects fish may be eating. Look for flying insects and somethat may be on or beneath the waters surface. Look under rocks. Explain the importance of matching the hatch.7) Explain the importance of practicing Leave No Trace and how it positively affects flyfishing resources.8) Obtain a copy of the regulations affecting game fishing where you live. Explain why they were adopted and what you accomplishby following them.9) ...

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