Twin Pines Conservation Education Center: Discover Nature Fishing
Discover Nature – Fishing Lessons 1 & 2:
Registration period: March 16 – May 1
Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2022, 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Twin Pines Conservation Education Center
Lesson 1: Participants will learn how to properly and safely cast a spin cast fishing rod, parts of a fishing rod, how to fasten basic fishing tackle and how to properly handle and release a fish.
Lesson 2: Participants will learn to tie an improved clinch knot and how to properly secure bait on hooks.
Discover Nature – Fishing Lesson 3 & 4:
Registration period: March 15 – May 3
Date: Thursday, May 5, 2022, 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Twin Pines Conservation Education Center
You must take Discover Nature – Fishing Lesson 1 and 2 before you can take this class. Lesson 3: Participants will learn the different components of fish anatomy and their functions. In addition, participants will learn about various types of fish habitat and aquatic food webs.
Lesson 4: Teaches young anglers and families how to properly select a fishing lure based on desired fish species, weather and water conditions. In addition, participants will learn how to identify and understand fishing regulations.
Please note for all Discover Nature fishing lessons: Participants are limited to anglers ages 7 and up. We encourage the entire family to participate. Fishing equipment, instructors/coaches and bait/lures will be provided. Adults who do not wish to fish must accompany their child(ren) at all times. Participants do NOT need a fishing permit to fish during this program. For additional information or questions contact LuAnn Conway at (573) 325-1381 ext. 6031.