taking my 5 year old fishing for the first time

[UphillHabit]

I've never fished in my life, but I really want to take my little one out for their first fishing experience. I saw a few cheap rods at a local store and thought it might be a good way to start. Any advice on what kind of setup works best for beginners? I really want this to be a fun day for my kid, so I'm all ears for suggestions!

 

[polychoke]

Good for you! Consider a spincasting rod-reel combo in a shorter length, say 3'-5'. I'd stay away from a Mario- or Bluey-themed combo so he/she understands it's a fishing rod and not a toy. Zebco is a reliable brand for this type of outfit. Choosing an easily-accessible location is a good starter, too. A park with a stocked pond or even a commercial trout pond might help that first experience actually produce a fish or two. Have a great time.