The vision of Belly Boating Iowa, is to share with you, the knowledge, experience and enthusiasm of fellow belly boaters, from all over Iowa. Anglers of all ages and experience can exchange information regarding their local water ways, their areas of parks and recreation, and, the facilities they offer. Each fisherman can share the knowledge of their local bait shop owners, as to what bait works best for that local, under what weather conditions, and, during what season. Belly boaters can gather information from Park Rangers, fishing clubs, local residents and anglers familiar with the waters, as to where the best cover is, drop-offs, currents and nesting areas. Better yet, contact other anglers and invite them to accompany you on a day of fishing, and, share your information "first hand"!
Belly Boating Iowa also wants to encourge you to share information about lures, rigs, baits, tackle, rods and reels, that you find make your fishing trips more enjoyable and productive. I'm sure there are hundreds of "tricks of the trade" that others would benefit in knowing. If you find an idea that intrigues you, try it, and let us know how it worked out for you. I've found, that there are more days where things don't work out, than there are days, when they do.
BELLY BOATING IOWA PARTICIPANTS MUST ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING CODE OF ETHICS.
> We will leave our areas as we found them, (or better).
> Always extinguish fires, before leaving an area unattended.
> We will treat all persons in authority respectfully.
> We will respect all property that is private and public.
> We will always obtain permission to enter private property, pick up all debris,
close all gates, Practice catch and release (if the owner requests).
> We will control the manner in which we speak and act, to bring credit to those
who are identified with Belly Boating Iowa. Although, Alcohol Consumption is
not prohibited within Scripture, the over indulgence of it is. At all of the BELLY
BOATING IOWA functions and events, everyone is to limit use of "strong drink"
through the practice of common sense, with the consideration of others within
the fishing fellowship and our guests, and, by the Leading of The Holy Spirit.
> We will be fair and honest in all dealings, regarding rental of equipment,
lodging, transportation, and, any trades, sales and purchases.
> We will conduct ourselves with Safety in mind, at all times. And, assist each
other, whenever possible and prudent. Never take unnecessary risks!
> We will display personal and collective integrity, holding one-another in
accountability.
"Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the Gospel of Christ." Phil.1:27
