Fishing Clinic

Open to youth participants ages 15 and under, this annual derby combines fishing basics with fishing derby fun.

Registration will open at 8:30am followed by educational sessions such as casting & fish identification. Prizes and refreshments are provided by Black River Rod & Gun Club. Participants should bring their own equipment, power bait and/or worms are recommended.

Where: Black River Rod & Gun Club, 360 Rod & Gun Club Rd, Ludlow VT | Map

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Open to youth participants ages 15 and under, this annual derby combines fishing basics with fishing derby fun.

Registration will open at 8:30am followed by educational sessions such as casting & fish identification. Prizes and refreshments are provided by Precision Valley Fish & Game Club. Participants should bring their own equipment, power bait and/or worms are recommended.

Where: Precision Valley Fish & Game Club, 220 Spencer Hollow Rd, Springfield VT | Map

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This seminar style course will give a thorough primer on rods, reels, lines, leaders, connectors and lures. Bring your questions and leave ready to try out your new skill.

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Kehoe Conservation Camp, 636 Point of pines Rd, Castleton VT | map

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Get ready for spring fishing! The Windsor Recreation Center, Windsor Coon Hunters Association, and Vermont's Lets go Fishing program are teaming up for a hands-on event covering the basics of fishing. Designed to set you up for success on the water this event is open to all ages. This is the perfect event to get ready for the spring fishing season! Note: no fishing will take place during the event.

Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Time: 9:00am - 10:30am
Location: Windsor Recreation Center, 29 Union Street, Windsor VT | map

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During this intermediate course participants will learn additional fly-tying techniques to enhance their skills. All of the tools and materials will be supplied for this course with a registration fee of $30.

This course will be taught over 4 sessions, the sessions are being held on Thursday evenings from 6pm-8pm on March 13, 20, 27 and April 3rd. All 4 sessions must be attended.

Where: National Life Complex, Dewey Building, 1 National Life Drive, Montpelier VT 

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Learn the basics of targeting brown trout utilizing tip-ups during this hands-on clinic. Ice safety, regulations, techniques and more will be covered before participants have a chance to try out their new skill. Equipment is provided. Participants should plan to dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
Time: 8:00am - 11:00am
Location: Kehoe Access Area, 1499 Creek Rd, Castleton VT | map

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This is a two-part class, part one will be held at the Swanton Rec center from 6-8pm on January 23rd. During part 1 participants will learn about: tip ups, ice safety, staying warm and other ice fishing basics. Part 2 will be on Saturday the 25th of January, from 8am-4pm.

Participants must attend both sessions.

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This is a two-part class, part one will be held at the Swanton Rec center from 6-8pm on January 23rd. During part 1 participants will learn about: tip ups, ice safety, staying warm and other ice fishing basics. Part 2 will be on Saturday the 25th of January, from 8am-4pm.

Participants must attend both sessions.

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This hands-on clinic will primarily focus on the techniques and skills needed to be successful targeting trout through the ice. Topics such as safety, equipment, and techniques will be covered. 

Location: Knapp Pond #2, 1426 Knapp Pond Rd. Cavendish, VT

Date: Saturday, January 11^th, 2025

Time: 8:00am-11:00am

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Learn the basics of smelt fishing during this hands-on clinic. Ice safety, regulations, techniques and more will be covered before participants have a chance to try out their new skill. Equipment is provided. Participants should plan to dress appropriately for the weather conditions and bring a flashlight & chair.

Location: Waterbury Res, Blush Hill, Waterbury VT

Date: March 12^th

Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm

Check back for Registration or contact corey.hart@vermont.gov