Tennessee 4-H Sport Fishing Program

March 1 – April 26, 2026

Tennessee 4-H is excited to offer a Sport Fishing Program for 4th–12th grade 4-H members across the state. Youth will fish from their own locations and log catches using our official program app, competing with other 4-H’ers in a fun, statewide tournament.

  • Registration Deadline: Friday, December 19, 2025
  • Fee: $40 per participant
    • Includes Check-It Stick and FishDonkey app access

To register, contact the Sevier County Extension Office or your local county 4-H office.

  • Open to all 4-H members in grades 4–12
  • Junior and Senior divisions
  • Fishing Session: March 1 – April 26, 2026
  • Participants may fish throughout the session and submit entries via the app.
  • Bass
  • Catfish
  • Panfish (bluegill, crappie, brim, sunfish)
  • Trout

All registered participants will receive:

  • A laser-engraved 4-H Clover Check-It Stick
  • Access to the FishDonkey app, our tournament partner
  • An 8-week virtual fishing tournament experience
  • Eligibility for prizes and recognition

Awards will be given in both Junior and Senior divisions for:

  • Big Fish (per species)
  • String of 5 Fish (per species)

Contact

For more information or to get registered, contact:
Danielle Rinker – 4-H Youth Development
📧 danirinker@utk.edu