Frequently Asked Questions

Who ensures that the kids are safe?

• Programs Director

• Volunteers

• Parents/Guardians

How much does this cost?

• This is free for the youth. 

• Adults who want to fish as well must pay a $25 fee.

What are the age ranges?

• Under 8 must be accompanied by and adult.

• 8+ can accompany a volunteer

What happens if the child doesn't enjoy fishing?

• The child has the option to call their parent or guardian and be picked up.

What happens if a child acts out(breaks things/hurts or endangers others)?

• The trip is over and the child will not be allowed back into the program.

Where do the kids go if they need to use the bathroom?

• The children should always use the bathroom at home before going fishing.

• Some bodies of water have bathrooms or porta-potties nearby.

Can I accompany my child?

• Absolutely, we promote parents joining their children fishing.

Can I participate even if I don't have a child?

• We have adults only trips where it is $99 per person

Who can/can't participate in fishing friends?

• Everyone can participate in Fishing Friends.

  • You must sign up and coordinate with us first.

What do adults need to bring?

• Water

Where do we go fishing?

• All around Hampden County. It depends on what we are fishing for that day.

How will we be fishing?

• It is based on the age of the youth participating and their experience.

• It also depends on the type of fish we are trying to catch.

• Mainly Bass Fishing, it is the most common.

What are the safety precautions?

• Our Programs Director is a Certified Red Cross Life Guard.

• We teach water safety before, during, and after our trips.

What is provided to the youth?

• We provide the fishing equipment, sunblock, hand sanitizer, and bug spray.

When are the trips?

• Youth can go fishing weekdays after-school from 4-sunset.

• Summer sessions: 8-11am, 12-3pm, 4-7pm.

How big are the groups?

• 2-4 youth per trip depending on the number of parents and volunteers.

How long are the trips?

• Normally the trip are approximately 3 hours long.

  • (or until the participants are collectively ready to stop.)

Why should I donate?

• You are donating to the mission of teaching youth about fishing.

What can I donate?

• Equipment

• Food and Water

• Monetary Funds

• Vehicles

How do I donate?

• Call our business line 413-308-0090

• Click here

How do I get a receipt for my donation?

• Fishing Friends Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization. 

• Donors who itemize on their Tax Returns can receive a Tax Receipt. 

Where do my donations go?

• Your donation go to Fishing Friends Inc. and are used to teach youth about fishing. 

  • Supplies to keep the Non Profit running and provide to the youth.

  • Insurance for the Non Profit to run securely and take care of the youth.

  • Professional and legal Assistance

  • Transportation