Abstract: A fishing rod, having a longitudinal through bore for the reception of the terminal tackle (fly, spoon, spinner, plug, baited hook, etc.) replaces the conventional rod and has a port at its rearward end, communicating with a charge of air from the operator's lungs to launch said terminal tackle, thus eliminating the need for the traditional arm casting action required in the use of conventional fishing rods. The bore includes a second lateral port a small distance forward of the rearward port for receiving a flexible strand, wound on a conventional fishing reel, and having its free end attched to the terminal tackle. Said terminal tackle has an integrated impeller-seal, designed to cooperate with various styles of lures, bait and the like.