Youth exploring nature is empowerment

36 years of experience teaching one how to fish which is symbolic to educating that Human how to navigate one's own life.

Encouraging young people to explore the outdoors, learn about ecosystems, and engage in sustainable practices helps foster a lifelong respect for the natural world and ensures healthier communities for our planet future .

What Our Community Says

Young boy wearing a red beanie and colorful patterned jacket, holding a fishing line with a hook, outdoors with green trees in the background.

“ The I'm Hooked program has transformed my life and taught me how to be come one nature, with applied knowledge this has helped me navigate the challenges that life has brought good and bad.”

-- Jason Wheeler

A boy sitting on a yellow buoy by the lake, fishing with a rod in hand, wearing a blue life jacket, white shirt, and shorts.
A display of numerous fishing rods in a row at an outdoor event on a grassy field, with people in the background and cars parked in the distance.

“It was such a pleasure working with I’m Hooked Inc program. The information that's given to kids is paramount for their survival and safety in nature we are honored to have supply hardware safety devices for there outdoor program.”

-- Home Depot

Our Services

Logo with a fish holding a fishing rod, slogan 'Making A Reel Difference,' and text 'Postitive Youth Development' and "I'm Hooked".

Outdoor Nature Training

Training kids how to use safety equipment in nature and navigating heavily wooded areas and our local lakes rivers and streams.

A group of four adults sitting at a conference table in a meeting room, listening attentively. The table has laptops, water bottles, and paper cups.

Community Outreach

Our community is very important to us. With combining nature and recreation to the Communites. Working with local mom and pop shops faith oganizations local schools districts retail stores financial institution non profit organization.

A sign with instructions on how to borrow a life jacket at a lakeside, with multiple life jackets hanging on a wooden stand, and a boat visible in the background.

Events & Fun

Multiple events held annually which brings kids from all neighborhoods and put our communities in great spirits with adventure and excitement that nature brings. The I'm hooked family is honored to bringing community together in one space with fun and memories.

An older man helping two boys learn to fish outdoors, with fishing rods and fishing gear in the background.

Your Questions, Answered

How far in advance should my child sign up for Im hooked event?

We recommend reaching out at least four to six weeks ahead of our event date to ensure availability and allow time for enrollment. However, we do accommodate last-minute inquiries if space permits.

Is there a fee associated with each event?

Each kid is sponsored by I'm hooked Inc. First come first serve slots fill up fast. We do maintain a budget for these events each year. Please fill out form above to confirm your spot

When will you receive your confirmation tickets and location?

Go to the form page fill it out make sure you include your email address once received, give two weeks for us to send you a confirmation for your child invitation ticket to the next Im Hooked event.

Nature is our vision for an enriched life

“Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a child to fish and you feed them for a lifetime.”

A man in a red shirt and black shorts helping a young boy in a yellow shirt at an outdoor event, with children and adults sitting and standing nearby.
Two young girls examining insects under a microscope at an outdoor science event, with various insect specimens and educational materials on a table.
A man holding a microphone, speaking at an outdoor event in a wooded area with people sitting and standing around.
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A Boy receiving a life jacket from a Coast Guard Auxiliary officer at an outdoor event. The boy is wearing a white T-shirt and black shorts, and the officer is in a blue uniform with a hat. The setting is a grassy area with tables and a tent.
A blue helicopter marked with 'LIFE FLIGHT NETWORK' flying in a clear sky.

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