Next Gen Anglers Zone
Where tomorrow's captains get their first cast.
Some of the best fishing memories start small — a first knot tied right, a first fish landed, a first “can we come back next year?” The Next Generation Anglers Zone is where that happens. It's a hands-on corner of the show built entirely for young anglers and the families who bring them — free with your general admission, both days.
No Fishing License Required — Just Curiosity
Casting & Knot-Tying Clinics
Taught by real anglers, not just handouts.
Cast Netting Demos
Kids get to actually try it, not just watch.
Catch-and-Release Lessons
Skills taught right alongside respect for the water.
Conservation Corner
A hands-on look at Florida's marine ecosystems, built for young attention spans.
Fish ID Stations
Tackle and specimens you can hold, not just see behind glass.
This isn't new. The Next Generation Anglers Zone has been part of this show since it debuted in 2025, and it's grown every year since — built by anglers who wanted the next generation to have the same first-cast moment they did. In 2027, it's bigger and better, still free, still built for beginners.
Bring the Whole Crew
The Zone runs both expo days — no extra ticket, no experience required.
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