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EDUCATION
FISH & WILDLIFE EDUCATION
Fish and Wildlife conducts a variety of educational programs for beginning hunters, anglers, teachers and the general public. Take advantage of these opportunities to increase your knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of the outdoors and New Jersey’s rich fish and wildlife resources.
Fishing Education
Fishing has never been better! Learn about New Jersey’s aquatic environments and great fishing opportunities by attending a workshop or fishing education class. Programs are available for educators and the public to help you learn basic fishing skills and techniques.
Hunting Education
New Jersey offers outstanding hunting opportunities. Our award-winning Hunter Education course will provide what you need to know to be a safe, ethical, and successful hunter.
Wildlife Education
Hundreds of species of wildlife call New Jersey home. Learn about our native species and some of the conservation projects and management tools used to keep wildlife populations healthy and in balance with our human population.
Teacher Resources
Improve your own knowledge and share the story of New Jersey’s wildlife and management programs with your students.
VIDEO ARCHIVE
Fish and Wildlife has a growing library of videos depicting the many areas of research, management, and recreation it supports. View a range of videos on a variety of subjects in the archive.
Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program
Did you know your license dollars and a federal excise tax on your purchase of hunting and fishing equipment pays for most of New Jersey’s fish, wildlife and habitat management and its other conservation programs?
EDUCATION CENTERS
The public is invited to learn about New Jersey’s fish and wildlife resources and ways to enjoy them through special programs and events at multiple education centers throughout the state. Take advantage of these unique opportunities and get outdoors!
PEQUEST TROUT HATCHERY AND NATURAL RESOURCE EDUCATION CENTER
SEDGE ISLAND NATURAL RESOURCE EDUCATION CENTER
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Family Fishing Basics
Join the knowledgeable staff and volunteers at the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center and learn some fishing basics. Staff will talk about the history and use of the hatchery, safety […]
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, […]
Salt Marsh Photography Experience at Sedge Island
Nature has inspired our creativity for centuries! Now you can join NJDEP Fish & Wildlife staff and photographer, Adam Polinger (https://adampolingerphotography.com/ ), to explore New Jersey's salt marshes through your […]
Sedge Island Field Experience – Girls Edition
New Jersey DEP Fish & Wildlife is offering a 3-day, 2-night program open to motivated female students going into grades 8 through 10 in September 2025. This program will focus […]
Reading the Water
Now that you have learned the basics of fly fishing, let’s take it to the next level by learning how to read the water. Join the staff of the Pequest […]
Fly Fishing for Bass
Are you interested in learning to fly fish for bass? Join NJDEP F&W’s Fishing R3 Program to learn about the equipment and basic skills you need to target largemouth and […]
Family Fishing Basics
Join the knowledgeable staff and volunteers at the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center and learn some fishing basics. Staff will talk about the history and use of the hatchery, safety […]
Prong-Set Found Object Jewelry Workshop at Sedge Island
Nature has inspired our creativity for centuries! Now you can join NJDEP Fish & Wildlife staff and jewelry maker, Hali MacLaren (https://hkmjewelry.com/ ), to create your own piece of jewelry inspired by […]
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 […]
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 […]