Overview
Looking for a way to enjoy the outdoors? MassWildlife's Angler Education Program offers fishing events throughout the year including adult learn to fish classes, family fishing clinics, family fishing festivals. These events are free and open to all skill levels; no fishing license is required. You will learn how to set up your rod, tie knots, cast, identify fish, and much more.
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Overview
Do you already know how to fish but want to try other fishing methods. The MassWildlife Angler Education Program offers next step learn to fish programming such as fly fishing, fly tying, and ice fishing.
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Ice fishing clinics and classes
If you have ever been curious about this fun wintertime activity now is your chance to learn. MassWildlife’s Angler Education Program will be your host to give you the confidence to give hard water fishing a try. You will learn what safe ice is, and how to test for it, how to properly dress for the experience, as well as all the necessary gear and tips to get you started. Please join us so you can be confident “walking on water”.
Fly Fishing Clinics
Come learn the basics of fly fishing. We will take the romance and mystery out of this age-old technique and show you that fly fishing is just another tool in your fishing arsenal. From the necessary equipment needs, essential knots, how to rig up your fly rod and reel outfit, and how to cast, as well as some commonsense tips and techniques to get you started.
Fly Tying Classes
Have you ever wanted to learn how to tie flies but didn’t know where to start? Tying flies can be enjoyable, is an art form, and once mastered quite rewarding as nothing beats catching a fish on something you created yourself. Let the MassWildlife Angler Education Program be your guide. This is a two session (two hours per session) course for beginners, designed to give you a taste of the pastime. We’ll show you the basic equipment, how to use it, while tying some simple but effective patterns. Minimum age is 15, pre-registration is required. Please note: This program is intended for BEGINNERS.
Managed & Approved by:
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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Our Becoming and Outdoorswoman Fishing programs focus on learning fishing skills for adult women ages 15 years of age and older. A sampling of workshop offerings may include basic fishing, kayak fishing, fly fishing, game cooking and much more.
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Examples of Previous Class Offerings
Beginner Fishing Classes
Have you been fishing a few times in the past but need a little more information and practice to feel confident on the water? Women ages 15+ who want to learn how to fish on their own are invited to join one of MassWildlife’s free learn to fish classes. These classes include an online video tutorial that you can watch on your own time, followed by an in-person event to practice. Come try your hand at this great pastime—you're guaranteed to catch some fun! The in-person class will teach how to use bait, how to set up a line, and how to cast. There will be plenty of time to fish and ask questions.
Fly Tying for Outdoorswomen
Tying an imitation fly and using it to catch a fish is a relaxing and memorable experience. This workshop is designed for adult women (18 and older) who are new to this activity. Participants will have the opportunity to tie at least two patterns during the class. All materials and equipment will be provided for the class session and the instructor will answer questions about the basic equipment to get you started on your own.
Managed & Approved by:
Commonwealth of Massachusetts