The Missouri Department of Conservation invites kids to gain the skills and confidence to go fishing by participating in a Discover Nature-Fishing class from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Aug. 28 and from 8:30 a.m.-noon on Aug. 29 in Jefferson City at the department's office at 2901 W. Truman Blvd.
The classes are free and all fishing gear is provided. Registration is required by Aug 27. Participants must attend the Aug. 28 class to be prepared for the hands-on fishing activities Aug. 29.
This program will cover all the basics in four lessons:
• Lesson 1: Equipment, Casting, and Proper Fish Handling.
• Lesson 2: How to tie a Knot and Bait a Hook.
• Lesson 3: Five Common Missouri Fish - Their Anatomy, Habitat and Life Cycle.
• Lesson 4: Fishing with Lures and Fishing Regulations.
The target audience of Discover Nature-Fishing is kids ages 7-15, but it also emphasizes family involvement. MDC encourages parents and guardians of youths 16 and older to participate in the program. All youths must be accompanied by an adult.
Register for the event online at tinyurl.com/p5fk42q or by contacting [email protected]. For more information about the Discover Nature-Fishing event, call (573) 815-7900.