Special to the Bulverde News

A signature program of the Kayak Anglers Society of America (501c3), the High School Kayak Fishing Series introduces high school students to the sport of competitive fishing, to increase their knowledge of the outdoors, and to help foster a strong conservation ethic in each student angler.

The HSKFS was launched in San Antonio on April 7 with just two high schools and seven student anglers. In less than 60 days, those two schools have been joined by over 30 additional high schools which are currently building club teams and averaging 23 student anglers per team. It is estimated that by May 2009, approximately 150 teams will be competing in no less than 30 districts throughout the state.

Governed by a detailed constitution, club teams are organized and managed by students with the help of at least one adult advisor per club. Officers are elected, and each club hosts its own annual tournament so that students learn how to successfully plan, fund, organize and execute an event.

Student anglers are awarded trophies, plaques, fishing/paddling equipment, letter jackets, and most importantly, scholarships.

To start a club/team, or to get more information about the program, e-mail info@ HSKFS.org.