Date: 01/26/09
Contact: C. Douglas Nielsen
Phone: (702) 486-5127, ext. 3500

INTRODUCTION TO FLY-FISHING CLASS

Personnel from the Nevada Department of Wildlife will be holding a free Introduction to Fly-fishing Class Saturday, Jan. 31. The class will be presented in two parts with the first beginning at 8 a.m. at the NDOW office located at 4747 Vegas Drive. In this session participants will learn basics such as knot tying and terminology. They will also be introduced to the equipment needed to fly-fish.

For the second session participants will move to Floyd Lamb Park where they will be introduced to fly-casting techniques in a practical setting. For more information and registration contact Ivy Santee at 486-5127 x 3503. Registration begins Monday, January 20 at 8 a.m.

The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) protects, restores and manages fish and wildlife, promotes fishing, hunting, and boating safety. NDOW’s wildlife and habitat conservation efforts are primarily funded by sportsmen’s license and conservation fees and a Federal surcharge on hunting and fishing gear. Support wildlife and habitat conservation in Nevada by purchasing a hunting, fishing, or combination license. For more information, visit www.ndow.org.