Texas Parks & Wildlife has scheduled several fishing events for youth and families in the month of January. Yesterday, I told you about the 6th Annual Youth Fishing Derby at Jasper Park Pond which will take place this Saturday.
In addition to that fishing derby, TPWD is also holding a youth angler clinic at
Buescher State Park. This even will also take place on
Saturday, January 13th, between 9 a.m and noon. This clinic is open to kids age 6-13 and will cover the basics of freshwater fishing. After completing all of the fishing stations, kids will be Certified Junior Anglers and will have the opportunity to put their newly learned skills in action! Rods, reels, and bait will be supplied. Kids should bring water, sunblock, hat, and insect repellent. For more information, call (512) 237-2241.
On
January 20th, the TPWD will host a family trout fishing day at
Fort Richardson's Quarry Lake. The event will begin at 9 a.m. and run til noon. The lake has already been stocked with rainbow trout in preparation.
Also on
January 20th, TPWD will also host a family fishing day at
Palmetto State Park. Kids will be have the opportunity to fish first between 9 a.m and noon, after which everybody can fish until 3 p.m. In addition to fishing fun, there will be games and prize too. For more information, call (830) 672-3266.
Want to learn more about fly fishing? On January 27th, there will be an opportunity to learn from the experts. This event will be held at
Eisenhower State Park from 9 a.m. til 4 p.m. inside the rec hall. This is the perfect event for anybody who has ever wanted to tie and fish their own flies. And it's an event the whole family will enjoy. Fly tying equipment will be available or you can bring your own. For more information, call (903) 465-1956.
