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The snow is coming. Ice isn’t thick enough to fish – what’s a person to do? How about tying flies for April trout? If you’ve always wanted to learn, winter is the perfect time to pick up some foundational fly-tying techniques. We have the equipment, knowledge and the basic supplies to get you started. Simple […]
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Snowy out? Ice not safe? Why not learn how to tie flies? If you’ve always wanted to learn, winter is the perfect time to pick up some foundational fly-tying techniques. We have the equipment, knowledge and the basic supplies to get you started. Simple patterns can be amazingly effective at catching trout. When you learn […]
To be held both in person and via GoToMeeting (audio only) (1st Tuesday Due to Valentine's Day) GoToMeeting Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. Click here to join the meeting Or call in United States: +1 (312) 757-3121 Access Code: 848-342-077 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes For more information, please view the Fish and Game […]
The virtual 2023 Freshwater Fisheries Forum will be Saturday, February 25 at 10am. Come and share your views and recommendations for the future of freshwater fisheries in New Jersey and learn about current research, management and fish culture activities! This year’s topics include: Freshwater Fisheries Updates Warmwater Fish Production Activities Largemouth Bass Update Invasive Species […]
If you’ve always wanted to learn, winter is the perfect time to pick up some foundational fly-tying techniques. We have the equipment, knowledge and the basic supplies to get you started. Simple patterns can be amazingly effective at catching trout. When you learn the basics, you can tie what you need when you need it. […]
NJDEP Fish & Wildlife will be holding its annual trout stocking meeting virtually on Saturday, March 4, at 10:00 a.m. This important meeting provides an excellent opportunity for anglers to ask questions, voice their opinions, and give suggestions regarding New Jersey’s trout stocking program. This year’s meeting will include the following topics: Fish & Wildlife Update […]
To be held both in person and via GoToMeeting (audio only) GoToMeeting Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. Click here to join the meeting Or call in United States: +1 (312) 757-3121 Access Code: 848-342-077 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes For more information, please view the Fish and Game Council Meeting Schedule at New Jersey Fish & […]
Many folks aren’t aware that in the bottoms of many of our freshwater streams in NJ live a variety of native freshwater mussels who are important parts of our ecosystems and critical to water quality. Unfortunately, this species group is one of the most threatened in the State. To register, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lunch-and-learn-freshwater-mussels-of-new-jersey-tickets-491736877237.
If you’ve always wanted to learn, now is the perfect time to pick up some foundational fly-tying techniques. We have the equipment, knowledge and the basic supplies to get you started. Simple patterns can be amazingly effective at catching trout. When you learn the basics, you can tie what you need when you need it. […]
Pequest staff is hosting our fifth Senior Fishing Rodeo this year! Are you 65 years of age or older? Join the Pequest staff for a few hours of relaxing outdoor time as we wet our lines in the pond. Pequest has stairs leading down to the pond edge and a wheelchair accessible platform for those […]
To be held both in person and via GoToMeeting (audio only) GoToMeeting Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. Click here to join the meeting Or call in United States: +1 (312) 757-3121 Access Code: 848-342-077 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes Meeting Documents For more information, please view the Fish and Game Council Meeting Schedule at New […]
Does a child in your life want to fish, but you’ve never learned how? Join us for two evenings to learn the basics of angling. The first evening will cover equipment, regulations, knots and discuss how to fish with children and what to expect. The following will have you casting, baiting your hook and fishing […]
Does a child in your life want to fish, but you’ve never learned how? Join us for two evenings to learn the basics of angling. The first evening will cover equipment, regulations, knots and discuss how to fish with children and what to expect. The following will have you casting, baiting your hook and fishing […]
To be held both in person and via GoToMeeting (audio only) GoToMeeting Join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. Click here to join the meeting Or call in United States: +1 (312) 757-3121 Access Code: 848-342-077 Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes Meeting Documents For more information, please view the Fish and Game Council Meeting Schedule at New Jersey […]
(Rain or Shine) The Hooked on Fishing- Not on Drugs (HOFNOD) program’s 8th Annual Youth Fishing Challenge (YFC) is a great way to spend the day outdoors with family. The event is a statewide event to promote fishing among youth and their families and promote the HOFNOD program. There are 28 events taking place across the […]
NJDEP Fish & Wildlife has two Free Fishing Days each year. The first will be held on June 3, 2023. This day is part of the National Fishing and Boating Week which highlights the importance of recreational boating and fishing to enhance peoples' quality of life and to preserve our country's natural beauty. The second […]
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