Volunteer Opportunities | Hooked on Fishing
1807 B North Main St, East Peoria, IL 61611
Eligibility
For youth, seniors, veterans, and special needs groups.
Hours
Open May into October. Please see website calendar for availability.
309-216-4075
Voice·
Main Line
Languages
English
Application process
Please call or visit website.
Fees
None
Service area
IL
Hooked on Fishing is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides fishing opportunities for the community, with a focus on children, senior citizens, and special needs groups. All fishing is “catch and release." Equipment and bait is provided.
Instruction includes-
-Safety
-The basics of using a rod and reel
-Fishing techniques
-Baiting a hook
-Landing the catch
-Handling the fish
-Removing hooks
-Fish identification
Beyond the basics, teaching can cover fish biology, knot tying, fishing ethics, fishing techniques and good fishing sportsmanship. Hooked on Fishing is happy to work with teachers, scout masters, and group leaders to custom design instructional programs that meet their specific educational objectives. Because of the importance of artesian wells in supplying water to to Hooked on Fishing's ponds, instruction can also be provided on aquifers, artesian wells, and water quality issues. Enthusiastic volunteers are able to provide much one-on-one help, guidance, and instruction to novice anglers.
Last Assured
08/06/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Hooked on Fishing
Hooked on Fishing is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides fishing opportunities for the community, with a focus on children, senior citizens, and special needs groups. All fishing is “catch and release." Equipment and bait is provided.
Instruction includes-
-Safety
-The basics of using a rod and reel
-Fishing techniques
-Baiting a hook
-Landing the catch
-Handling the fish
-Removing hooks
-Fish identification
Beyond the basics, teaching can cover fish biology, knot tying, fishing ethics, fishing techniques and good fishing sportsmanship. Hooked on Fishing is happy to work with teachers, scout masters, and group leaders to custom design instructional programs that meet their specific educational objectives. Because of the importance of artesian wells in supplying water to to Hooked on Fishing's ponds, instruction can also be provided on aquifers, artesian wells, and water quality issues. Enthusiastic volunteers are able to provide much one-on-one help, guidance, and instruction to novice anglers.