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Cold Weather Hiking Essentials

Don’t let the cold winter weather keep you from hiking the trails. Join the staff at the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center as they walk you through what extra gear to have and what to be aware of when hiking in the cold. This is a classroom course; we will not be […]

Women’s Mentored Coastal Waterfowl Hunt

Join NJ Fish & Wildlife’s R3 Hunting & Shooting Program for a Women’s Coastal Waterfowl Hunt for Beginners. This program is designed to provide women 18 years of age or older with a welcoming environment in which to learn outdoor skills, specifically, coastal waterfowl hunting. This FREE workshop is offered to women who have some […]

Deer Butchering Workshop

New Jersey Fish & Wildlife’s R3 Hunting & Shooting Program, in partnership with Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH), Growmark FS and The Heritage Guild of Branchburg will be hosting two FREE Deer Butchering Workshops on Saturday, November 23, 2024, and Saturday, December 7, 2024. These workshops are designed to educate hunters on how to skin […]

Canceled Winter Fishing Essentials

Fishing in New Jersey is a year-round activity but as the weather and water get colder, you will need some additional equipment and skills to have an enjoyable fishing experience. Join the staff at the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center as we walk you through how to stay safe, what equipment you […]

Winter Fly Fishing Essentials

Fly fishing isn’t just for the warmer months, you can fly fish in New Jersey year-round. Join the staff at Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center to learn about cold weather safety, what equipment you need and some additional tactics to try fly fishing to be successful. For ages 12 years and above. […]

Winter Fly Fishing Essentials

Fly fishing isn’t just for the warmer months, you can fly fish in New Jersey year-round. Join the staff at Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center to learn about cold weather safety, what equipment you need and some additional tactics to try fly fishing to be successful. For ages 12 years and above. […]

Bass Fishing Seminar

Join NJDEP Fish & Wildlife's R3 Fishing Program for a FREE Bass Fishing Seminar. This seminar is geared towards experienced anglers seeking to expand their knowledge about both largemouth and smallmouth bass, two of the most sought-after gamefish in New Jersey. About the Seminar: This seminar is approximately two hours long and will provide anglers […]

Northern Pike Fishing Seminar

Join NJDEP Fish & Wildlife's R3 Fishing Program for a FREE Northern Pike fishing seminar. This seminar is intended for experienced anglers seeking to gain practical knowledge to target this coolwater species. About the Seminar: This seminar will be approximately an hour and a half long and will provide anglers with an in-depth presentation on […]

Talkin’ Turkey Seminars

Join New Jersey Fish & Wildlife’s R3 Hunting & Shooting Program in partnering with members of the New Jersey National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) for TWO FREE turkey hunting and calling seminars introducing YOU to the wonderful world of the wild turkey. This seminar is designed to provide participants 10 years and older with an […]

Fly Tying Crash Course

Have you wanted to explore fly tying but didn’t know where to start? Did you get a fly-tying kit for the holidays, and it all looks strange to you? Join the staff at Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center and let us walk you through the tools and process of fly tying. This […]

Talkin’ Turkey Seminars

Join New Jersey Fish & Wildlife’s R3 Hunting & Shooting Program in partnering with members of the New Jersey National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) for TWO FREE turkey hunting and calling seminars introducing YOU to the wonderful world of the wild turkey. This seminar is designed to provide participants 10 years and older with an […]

Fishing Education Instructor Training

About the Program: Join NJF&W’s R3 Fishing Program to get trained to become a Fishing Education Instructor! We are looking for volunteer anglers who want to share their passion for fishing with others by assisting at our fishing workshops, events and programs. You don’t need to be an expert angler or have any teaching experience […]

Introduction to NJ Trout Fishing

Trout season opens April 5! Get ready to hit the water and catch a trout by attending this seminar. Let Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff help you get hooked on trout fishing this spring. This talk is for new anglers who are learning to fish and would like to target trout.  Learn what gear […]

Pequest WMA Spring Hike

Come explore the trails with the staff from the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center. We will lead you on one of the three trails on the property and explore what signs of spring nature has for us to see. These hikes are informal and informative: birds, trees, tracks, wildflowers, reptiles, and amphibians are a few […]

Canceled Fly Tying Crash Course

Have you wanted to explore fly tying but didn’t know where to start? Did you get a fly-tying kit and it all looks strange to you? Join the staff at Pequest Natural Resource Education Center and let us walk you through the tools and process of fly tying. This class is two (2) days*, each […]

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

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 […]

Fly Casting Basics – 101

Want to learn how to fly cast? Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff for Fly Casting Basics - 101. 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 […]

Family Fishing Workshop – First Catch Center at Hackettstown Hatchery

About the Program: 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 or guardian. NJ Fish & Wildlife's First Catch Center Workshops are introductory and will cover fish biology; how to set up equipment; […]

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

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 […]

Let’s Go Fishing! Ocean County Park, Lakewood, NJ

About the Program: This program is open to individuals and families with children ages 10 and older. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian. Children under 10 years of age are not eligible to participate in this program. Join NJDEP Fish & Wildlife staff and volunteers for a hands-on fishing workshop that […]