Discover Nature Fishing

Discover Nature Fishing

Come join us to learn fishing basics.

Equipment, Casting and Proper Fish Handling combines instruction with hands-on fishing to teach young anglers and families basic fishing techniques and skills. Participants will learn how to properly and safely cast a spincast fishing rod, parts of a fishing rod, how to fasten basic fishing tackle and how to properly handle and release a fish. (Ages 15-18)

Fishing equipment and bait/lures will be provided.

All participants 16 years-of-age and older must present a current fishing permit before fishing. Fishing permits can be purchased at https://mdc-web.s3licensing.com/ or through our MO Fishing app.

Register at least one week prior to the start of class to avoid class cancellations. Class size is limited.

  • August 1, 2024
  • Thursday
  • 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
  • Caldwell Memorial Wildlife Area
Register online or call 636-649-5803
Register Online