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Let’s Go Fishing! Historic Batsto Village, Hammonton, NJ

About the Program: Join NJDEP Fish & Wildlife staff and volunteers for a hands-on workshop that includes everything you need to know to get started! Participants, 18 years and older, will learn fishing basics including: fish biology; how to set up equipment; safety practices; bait and tackle choices; how to cast; and fishing regulations. This […]

Fly Casting Basics – 101

Want to learn how to fly cast? Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff for Fly Casting Basics. We will go over fly rod rigging and anatomy, and how to cast the basic 4-part cast. We will be casting on grass, so no fishing license is required. Equipment will be provided, or you can […]

Family Fishing Workshop at the Hackettstown Hatchery First Catch Center

About the Program: September 8 is Grandparent's Day, and what better way to spend the day than learning how to fish with your family! Come learn basic fishing skills to start fishing as a family activity. The program is open to children ages 8 and older. Those under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent […]

Fish and Game Council Meeting

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 Guide Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes For more information, please view the Fish and Game Council Meeting Schedule at New Jersey […]

Women’s Introduction to Fly Casting

Women are now the fastest growing demographic in fly-fishing. Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff for Women’s Intro to Fly Casting. We will go over fly rod rigging and anatomy and how to cast the basic 4-part cast. We will be casting on grass, so no fishing license is required. Equipment will be […]

Intermediate Fly Casting – 201

Want to take your fly casting to the next level? Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff for Intermediate Fly Casting. We will be going over Roll Casting, Mending, Mending Cast and the Bow and Arrow Cast. You will be casting on grass and on water. Equipment will be provided, or you can bring […]

Introduction to NJ Trout Fishing

Fall trout stocking starts October 8! Get ready to hit the water and catch a trout by attending this seminar. Let us help you get hooked on trout fishing this fall. This talk is for new anglers who are learning to fish and would like to target trout.  Learn what gear you need, regulations, where […]

Women’s Introduction to Fly Fishing Boot Camp

Have you wanted to get into fly fishing but didn’t know where to start?  Join the staff at the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center for a full-day Fly Fishing Bootcamp.  We will cover everything from regulations, gear, casting, where to go, and much more. The class will finish on our education pond where you get […]

Introduction to Fly Fishing Boot Camp

Have you wanted to get into fly fishing but didn’t know where to start?  Join the staff at the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center for a full-day Fly Fishing Bootcamp.  We will cover everything from regulations, gear, casting, where to go, and much more. The class will finish on our education pond where you get […]

Canceled Fly Casting Basics – 101

Want to learn how to fly cast? Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff for Fly Casting Basics. We will go over fly rod rigging and anatomy, and how to cast the basic 4-part cast. We will be casting on grass, so no fishing license is required. Equipment will be provided, or you can […]

Introduction to NJ Trout Fishing

Fall trout stocking starts October 8! Get ready to hit the water and catch a trout by attending this seminar. Let us help you get hooked on trout fishing this fall. This talk is for new anglers who are learning to fish and would like to target trout.  Learn what gear you need, regulations, where […]

Women’s Fishing Workshop at the Hackettstown Hatchery First Catch Center

About the Program: Women who fish have more happiness, grit, patience and are healthier. Join other women to learn to fish in a fun, welcoming environment. Women, 18 years and older, that are new to fishing or looking to connect with other women anglers should register. Join NJDEP Fish & Wildlife staff and volunteers at the […]

Fish and Game Council / Endangered and Nongame Species Advisory Committee Joint Meeting

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 Guide Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes Meeting Documents For more information, please view the Fish and Game Council Meeting Schedule or Endangered […]

Canceled Women’s Introduction to Fly Casting

Women are now the fastest growing demographic in fly-fishing. Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff for Women’s Intro to Fly Casting. We will go over fly rod rigging and anatomy and how to cast the basic 4-part cast. We will be casting on grass, so no fishing license is required. Equipment will be […]

Introduction to Fly Fishing Boot Camp

Have you wanted to get into fly fishing but didn’t know where to start?  Join the staff at the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center for a full-day Fly Fishing Bootcamp.  We will cover everything from regulations, gear, casting, where to go, and much more. The class will finish on our education pond where you get […]

Canceled Intermediate Fly Casting – 201

Want to take your fly casting to the next level? Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff for Intermediate Fly Casting. We will be going over Roll Casting, Mending, Mending Cast and the Bow and Arrow Cast. You will be casting on grass and on water. Equipment will be provided, or you can bring […]

Senior Fishing Rodeo

REGISTRATION CLOSED 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 who can't use the stairs. Whether you used to […]

Fish and Game Council Meeting

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 Guide Meeting Agenda Meeting Minutes Meeting Documents For more information, please view the Fish and Game Council Meeting Schedule at […]

Canceled Pequest Trout Hatchery Tour

Come take a guided trout hatchery tour with staff from the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center. Staff will give you additional insight into the hatchery operations and be available to answer any questions. You will also learn about the species of trout that we have in NJ as well as about trout habitat. As the […]

Ice Fishing Seminar

Join NJDEP Fish & Wildlife's R3 Fishing Program for an introductory Ice Fishing Seminar. This seminar, which is strategically scheduled in November, is designed to provide an informative and welcoming environment to prepare you to ice fish. If New Jersey gets any safe ice this year, you’ll be prepared to hit the ice! About the […]