Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Rocky Neck State Park is also closed until further notice due to a brush fire. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at a 'very high' or 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Volunteer CARE Coach Resources

How to Become a CARE Coach

CARE instructor stocking trout The CARE program relies on volunteer Coaches to accomplish our goal of creating  knowledgeable, successful, environmentally conscious fishermen and women! Since 1986, over 750 citizens have been certified as CARE fishing Coaches and gone on to teach introductory level fishing classes around the state. CARE volunteer Coaches are involved with teaching thousands of participants each year through a variety of fishing classes and events. CARE Coaches are stewards of our environment that enjoy sharing their knowledge and love of fishing with others. We are always seeking new Coaches to join our volunteer ranks. If you enjoy the outdoors and are interested in sharing your love of fishing, please consider joining the CARE family as a volunteer fishing Coach! Apply to become a Let's Go Fishing Certified Coach.

Once certified you will be encouraged and supported by CARE staff and your fellow CARE Coaches as you teach learn to fish classes and events! 

 

Resources for Current CARE Coaches

Certified CARE Coaches can download and review PowerPoint Presentations, videos, class agendas, and more:

Coach Reports

Introduction to Fishing course materials

Ice fishing class materials

Introduction to Freshwater Fly Fishing class materials

Care Reports

Content last updated in November 2023.