NDOW sponsors spin fishing clinic
By the Nevada Department of Wildlife
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) is offering a two-day still-water beginning spin fishing clinic May 13 -14.
The Friday evening session will take place at the Verdi Elementary School from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This session will cover rod and reel selection, casting, line selection, basic knots and rigging for lure, bait and fly fishing with spinning gear.
The Saturday morning on the water session will be from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location for on the water session will be announced Friday evening. Participants will use the information and techniques that were covered in the Friday evening session.
WHAT: Class is geared for entry-level anglers. Instructors will demonstrate reading water, basic spinning and fly-fishing techniques for trout.
WHEN: Friday, May 13, and Saturday, May 14, 2011.
Starting at 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday morning on the water session will take place from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WHERE: Friday evening in Verdi at the Verdi Elementary School, 250 Bridge Street. Saturday morning TBA
SIGN-UPS: Pre-registration is required.
For more information call the Department of Wildlife at (775) 688-1559.
AGES: An adult must accompany all children. Participants age 12 and up are required to have a valid Nevada fishing license.
BRING: Participants are requested to provide their own tackle. A limited number of rods are available for use by those who do not have their own fishing equipment. Note: A fishing license is required for those 12 years of age and older.
COST: FREE
CONTACT: Chris Vasey (775) 688-1622