"Fish with CARE" Schedule of Classes and Events
The CARE program offers a variety of “Learn to Fish” classes and events year-round. Fishing events are designed for adults ages 16 and up, as well as families with children 6 years old and above. The CARE program will provide loaner fishing equipment, bait, and expert instruction. A Conservation Identification Number (CID) is required to register. Participants ages 16 and up must have a valid CT fishing license. Participants ages 15 and below must also obtain a free CID before registering and have the option to register for a YOUth Fishing Passport. A Conservation ID or a Youth Fishing Passport can be obtained by creating an account in the Online Licensing System (directions here).
* View a full schedule and register for fishing field trips on the Fishing and Hunting Education Registration System. Classes are subject to change. Registered attendees will be notified about any changes through email.
Ice Fishing: Mother nature has not provided us with much ice the past few seasons. So, due to the unpredictability of safe ice conditions, all ice fishing events will get posted on this schedule whenever there is sufficient ice to host an event. We encourage you to check this schedule 1-2 times a week throughout January and February as ice fishing events could pop-up at any time we get a cold spell. We are hoping for ice and looking forward to the opportunity to fish with you.
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January 8, 2025 • Ice Fishing Class (Zoom)
Zoom - ICE FISHING 101, Virtual
6:30PM - 7:30PM • REGISTER HERE
January 13, 2025 • Ice Fishing Class (Zoom)
Zoom - ICE FISHING 101, Virtual
6:30PM - 7:30PM • REGISTER HERE
January 18, 2025 • Ice Fishing Class and Event
Winding Trails, Farmington
Classroom 10:00AM to 12:00PM, Ice Fishing Trip 12:30PM to 2:30PM. • REGISTER HERE
January 23, 2025 • Ice Fishing Class (Zoom)
Zoom - ICE FISHING 101, Virtual
6:30PM - 7:30PM • REGISTER HERE
January 25, 2025 • Ice Fishing Class and Event
White Memorial, Litchfield
Classroom 10:00AM to 12:00PM, Ice Fishing Trip 12:30PM to 2:30PM. • REGISTER HERE
February 1, 2025 • No Child Left Inside Winter Festival: Ice Fishing Event
Burr Pond State Park, Torrington
10:00AM - 3:00PM • MORE INFO
Please contact the CARE Program with any questions.
Phone: 860-663-1656
E-mail: deep.learntofish@ct.gov
Content last updated in December 2024.