Date: 05/03/10
Contact: Chris Vasey
Phone: (775) 688-1622
NDOW SPONSORS SPIN FISHING CLINIC IN WESTERN REGION
The Nevada Department of Wildlife is offering a two-day still water beginning spin fishing clinic on May 14 and 15. The Friday evening session will take place at the Verdi Library from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This session will cover rod and reel selection, casting, line selection, basic knots and rigging for lure, bait and fly fishing with spinning gear. The Saturday morning on the water session will take place at Rancho San Rafael Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will use the information and techniques that were covered in the Friday evening session.
WHAT: Class is geared for entry-level anglers. Instructors will demonstrate reading water, basic spinning and fly-fishing techniques for trout.
WHEN: Friday, May 14, and Saturday, May 15, 2010. Starting at 6 p.m. to 8 .p.m. Saturday morning on the water session will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Friday evening In Verdi at the Verdi Community Library and Wildlife Education Center 270 Bridge Street. (Building is adjacent to the Verdi Elementary School grounds). Saturday morning meeting place will be at Rancho San Rafael Park 1595 N. Sierra, Reno.
SIGN-UPS: Pre registration is required. For more information call the Department of Wildlife at 688-1559.
AGES: An adult must accompany all children. Age 12 and up are required to have a valid Nevada fishing license.
BRING: Participants are requested to provide their own tackle. A limited number of rods are available for use by those who do not have their own fishing equipment. Note: A fishing license is required for those 12 years of age and older.
COST: Free
CONTACT: Chris Vasey, (775) 688-1622
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.
