Learn the basic techniques used to catch smelt during the winter with this FREE fishing clinic. Topics such as ice safety, equipment and more will be covered. Participants should dress for the weather and bring a headlamp/flashlight. Equipment will be provided. Registration is required.
Where: Joes Pond Access Area, Danville VT
When: January 7
Time: 4:00pm-7:00pm
Learn the basics for fish processing and cooking in this hands-on course. Filleting and cleaning techniques will be shown in addition to at least two cooking methods. Fish will be provided and there will be ample time to practice the skills covered.
Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, VT
Program will cover ecology, knot tying, fish identification, regulations, equipment and much more. Participants will leave the program with the skills they need to feel confident fishing on their own. All equipment will be provided.
Where: Gardner Park, Gardner Park Rd, Newport VT 05855
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to 25 and seminars fill up quickly, so sign up early.
Program will cover ecology, knot tying, fish identification, regulations, equipment and much more. Participants will leave the program with the skills they need to feel confident fishing on their own. All equipment will be provided.
Where: Proctor Falls, Patch Street, Proctor VT 05765
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to 25 and seminars fill up quickly, so sign up early.
Program will cover ecology, knot tying, fish identification, regulations, equipment and much more. Participants will leave the program with the skills they need to feel confident fishing on their own. All equipment will be provided.
Where: Heineberg Bridge Access area, 670 Heineberg Drive, Colchester, VT 05408
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to 25 and seminars fill up quickly, so sign up early.
Participants will have an opportunity to learn how to clean and fillet there catch! Fish will be provided so participants can learn the technique in a hands on environment.
Where: Branbury State Park, Salisbury VT
When: 2:00pm Saturday August 7th
State park day use fee required. Program is free. Contact the state Park contact station at 802) 247-5925 to register
Join VTFW Let’s Go Fishing program staff on a fishing adventure! The program includes aquatic ecology, fisheries management, regulations, equipment, and of course hands-on fishing.
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to 25
Where: Sumner Falls, Hartland VT
Join VTFW Let’s Go Fishing program staff on a fishing adventure! The program includes aquatic ecology, fisheries management, regulations, equipment, and of course hands-on fishing.
Pre-registration is required. Space is limited to 25
Where: Little River State Park Dam, Waterbury VT
Here's a Great Learning Experience for Young and Old! Come join our staff and Aaron Desroches of Alnôbaiwi - www.alnobaiwi.org to learn the basics of fishing plus the traditions of the Abenaki, including their fishing equipment and ways to honor the catch. The FREE clinic will cover ecology, knot tying, fish identification and more!
Learn basic kayak/canoe rigging techniques to enhance your experience while fishing from a canoe or kayak.
Location: Branbury State Park, Salisbury VT. Park day use fee required at gate.
To register or find out more, contact Branbury State Park at 802-247-5925
