Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

DEEP headquarters at 79 Elm Street in Hartford is currently closed due to recent water damage impacting multiple areas of the building. We are working to remediate the situation and get the building back open to staff and the public as soon as possible. While the building is closed, Staff continue to work either remotely or in alternate locations. We continue to be able to receive documents via U.S. Mail or courier service, and our electronic file submittal protocols remain unchanged. For updates, please click 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.