Housatonic Fly Fisherman’s Association Expo
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 65 North Main St., Wallingford, CT, United StatesThe Housatonic Fly Fisherman's Association holds it's annual Fly Fishing & Tying Expo Tying and casting demonstrations, vendors, guides and presentations. Salt Water Tying Class Learn to tie two flies. 9:15 a.m. start time. Cost is $1. All materials and hooks provided. Seating is limited contactPaul Dinice at 203 305-3850 or email at pdinice@frontier.com. Presentations
What’s new with fishing in Connecticut?
Port 5 69 Brewster St., Bridgeport, CT, United StatesOn the eve of trout season, and with new regulations possible, learn all you need to know about the new fishing season in Connecticut with a representative of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. No charge for admission; pizza and beverages can be purchased.
Fish the Saugatuck
Doc Skerlick Fly Fishing Area Ford Road, Westport, CT, United StatesFish the Doc Skerlick Fly Fishing Area on the Saugatuck River, perfect for beginners and those who wish to practice their skills. Make sure to have your Connecticut license and Trout & Salmon Stamp.
Nutmeg TU Board of Directors meeting
Fairfield Public Library 1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT, United StatesAnyone may attend the Nutmeg TU monthly Board of Directors meeting, where events and planned. There are opportunities to volunteer in a number of capacities. Read President Rich Rosen's message here.
Fairfield PAL Children’s Trout Derby
Gould Manor Park 749 Holland Hill Road, Fairfield, CT, United StatesThe Fairfield PAL will hold its annual derby Saturday, April 7, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Gould Manor Park, 749 Holland Hill Road, Fairfield. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. The Fairfield PAL Trout Derby is open to ages 3 to 15; prizes are awarded for the largest and smallest fish.
Secrets of Lake Saltonstall revealed
Port 5 69 Brewster St., Bridgeport, CT, United StatesLearn how to access and fish Lake Saltonstall in New Haven, which features big fish and limited access. No charge for admission; pizza and beverages can be purchased.
Pequonnock cleanup, casting clinic, nature walk, fishing
Beardsley Park 1875 Noble Ave., Bridgeport, CT, United StatesA full day on the Pequonnock River starts with a cleanup upstream of Beardsley Park. Once we've cleaned things up, let's get ready to fish: Tune up your technique at a casting clinic, learn how to read the river on a nature walk, then fish the holes you've discovered.
Nutmeg TU Board of Directors meeting
Fairfield Public Library 1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT, United StatesAnyone may attend the Nutmeg TU monthly Board of Directors meeting, where events and planned. There are opportunities to volunteer in a number of capacities. Read President Rich Rosen's message here.
Fly fishing for American shad
Port 5 69 Brewster St., Bridgeport, CT, United StatesConnecticut's state fish is returning to waters of the Nutmeg State, and anglers are finding out about the hard fight awaiting those who greet American Shad on their annual migration. Learn all you need to know with Sonny Yu. No charge for admission; pizza and beverages can be purchased.
Monroe Police Kids’ Fishing Derby
Great Hollow Lake at Wolf Park 454 Purdy Hill Road, Monroe, CT, United StatesThe 14th annual Monroe Police Fishing Derby will be held Saturday, May 20, from 6 to 9 a.m. at Wolf Park's Great Hollow Lake, 454 Purdy Hill Road, Monroe. The event is open to children 3 to 15. Prizes are awarded for the heaviest fish in the age groups 5 and under, 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-15.