# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Certified Angler Instructor Training
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun, 10 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Fishing is one of the TOP 5 programs for both Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA Youth! 88% of anglers learned to fish before they were 12 years old. Over 2 million Scouts BSA Youth have earned the Fishing merit badge.

What you'll learn...
When you become a Certified Angler Instructor with Scouting America, you’ll have the knowledge it takes to run fishing or fly fishing program at the council, district, or unit level. This is a great asset for your unit!

This is also a MERIT BADGE opportunity for Scouts BSA youth under the age of 15. Join us and you can earn the Fishing and Fly Fishing merit badges this weekend.

For Scouts ages 15 and up, they can become Certified Anglers right alongside the adults!

Food and lodging is provided for this training event.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/illinois-city/certified-angler-instructor-training/200029552581842
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Illinois City
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Loud Thunder Scout Reservation
- **lat**: 41.419144095869
- **long**: -90.815086245336
- **full address**: Loud Thunder Scout Reservation, Taylor Ridge, Illinois, Illinois City, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Certified Angler Instructor Training being held?
  - **A:** Certified Angler Instructor Training takes place on Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 10 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Loud Thunder Scout Reservation, Taylor Ridge, Illinois, Illinois City, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Certified Angler Instructor Training?
  - **A:** Certified Angler Instructor Training is organized by Illowa Council, Scouting America.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Certified Angler Instructor Training is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Illinois City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Certified Angler Instructor Training sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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