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Discover Nature - Fishing Lesson 1
Equipment, Casting, & Proper Fish Handling
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Forest Park Hatchery
Forest Park Hatchery
Saint Louis, MO 63110
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Equipment, Casting, and Proper Fish Handling
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*This lesson is required for anyone wanting to take Lessons 2-4* This beginning class involves hands-on instruction to teach new anglers basic fishing techniques and skills. Participants will learn parts of a fishing pole, how to properly and safely cast a spin-cast rod and reel, how to recognize and rig basic fishing tackle, and how to properly handle and release a fish. All fishing gear will be provided by the instructors. Please wear clothing and close-toed shoes suitable for outdoor and water activities. It is recommended that participants bring sunglasses, a water bottle, and sunscreen. This class is for everyone 7 years old and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Every person planning to attend must be registered separately. All participants who complete all four Discover Nature Fishing Lessons will go home with a free fishing reward to encourage fishing on your own. You must complete Lesson 1 before any others. Please meet at Forest Park Hatchery. To register additional family members, you may need to make a group account or add them to an existing group account. You can also create an additional account for them using your same email, with a different username. Please contact the instructor with any issues related to registration. Non-registered participants may not be able to participate in the program. Mary Fuller
Location Information

Originally established in 1879, the Forest Park Hatchery was the first fish culture activity in Missouri. Today this fish hatchery is no longer operated for fish farming but rather for educational programming.
Cancellation Policies:

You must cancel your registration before Thursday, August 6, 2026.
Age Policy:

All registrants for this event must be between 7 and 100 years of age by 8/6/2026.