CARE INTRODUCTION TO FISHING CLASS  

Have you always wanted to learn how to fish but you do not know where to start?  The CT DEEP Fisheries Division now offers an online Let's Go Fishing, course where you can learn all about fishing in CT from the comfort of your home. Then, join Certified Fishing Coaches on April 25th at Nature's Porch for a quick review of the Let's Go Fishing course and jump into hands-on activities that cover all the basic fishing skills! You will set up a fishing rod and tie a strong knot, practice casting, and put that line into the water to catch your first fish at Walton Pond. 

Upon registration for this program, you will be asked to do your homework by completing the online Let's Go Fishing course prior to the event. The fishing event at Walton Pond on April 25th will complete the hands-on portion of this program and begin your lifetime of fishing. 

Date:                                      Saturday, April 25th    

Time:                                      9:00am noon  

Where:                                    Nature'sPorch / Black Bear Pavilion Field

Ages:                                        8 yearsold through adults   

Fee:                                         Free   

Minimum: 10 people                          Maximum: 20people   

CARE FLY FISHING 101 COURSE 

Designed for anglers who have some previous fishing experience, this class offered by the Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education (CARE) program helps continue to build your fishing knowledge and skills. Participants should be 12 years old and older.  

ZOOM CLASS: CARE Fishing Coaches will cover all the basics of the art of fly fishing during a 1-hour ZOOM class. Experts will discuss how to select and use fly fishing rods, reels, flies, and tackle, what knots to use and how to use them, how to cast, and take all your questions. This is a mandatory pre-requisite before attending the Fly-Fishing Field Trip (space is limited).  

FLY FISHING FIELD DAY: You will get the opportunity to practice your rod setup, knot tying, and casting with hands-on coaching and then fish for panfish and bass in Walton Pond. CARE Fishing Coaches will provide loaner fly rods and flies to get you started fishing confidently on the path to success or bring your own gear and we can show you how to use it and set it up properly. A fishing license is required for all participants ages 16 and above.  

 Date:          Thursday, May 14th    

Time:          5:30pmto 8:00pm  

Where:       BlackBear Pavilion by Walton Pond  

Ages           12years old through adults  

Fee:            Free  

Minimum:     5people                                             Maximum: 10 people