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Beginner Clinic
🐠 Fish ID Clinic
Become a fish detective and know every finned friend! 🐠
How this clinic works
- We use big picture cards of local SoCal fish.
- You'll learn the tricky twins — like sand bass vs. calico bass.
- We talk about which fish have sharp spines and which ones are safe to touch.
- You'll play the 'Name That Fish' game with real photos.
- Every angler gets a Fish ID pocket guide to take home.
Why it's awesome ✨
- Know exactly what you caught — and how big it can be to keep
- Handle every fish safely (for you AND the fish)
- Impress your family with cool fish facts
- Earn your Fish Detective badge 🕵️
Fun facts 🤩
- California halibut can flip either eye up — half start left, half start right!
- A garibaldi is bright orange because it's California's state marine fish.
What to bring 🎒
- Curious eyes
- A sun hat
- Questions — the weirder the better!
🧑🎓Ask an Adult
Ready to try this clinic? A grown-up can contact us to set it up for your family, club, or group.