Upcoming Events

Lakeside Fishing Clinic, 7/30/08

Pre-registration is required for this event. Take a break from the blistering summer sun and try some cool, evening fishing. Geared to families, basic instruction focuses on fish identification, techniques, regulations and stewardship practices. Open fishing to follow. Loaner rods and bait are provided.

Lake Ronkonkoma, Town of Brookhaven Beach

July 30, 2008 06:30 PM - July 30, 2008 08:30 PM

Family Fishing Clinic, 8/09/08

Pre-registration is required for this event. Spend the day with the family fishing and learning about the aquatic environment. This event starts with education stations and follows with open fishing. A children's casting contest is held throughout the day. Loaner rods and bait are provided. There is a $6 parking fee; free with Empire Passport.

Hempstead Lake State Park, McDonald Pond

August 9, 2008 10:00 AM - August 9, 2008 02:00 PM

Fall North Shore Fishing Clinic, 09/02/08

Pre-registration is required to participate in this event. Age limit: 14 years and older. Fall is one of the best times to fish on Long Island. Come learn the basics about surfcasting such as casting techniques, lure selection and safety. Open fishing to follow. Loander rods and bait are provided.

Cedar Beach Pier, Mount Sinai

September 2, 2008 05:00 PM - September 2, 2008 09:00 PM

Children's Saltwater Clinic, 9/6/08

Pre-registration is required for event participation. There is an $8 parking fee; free with Empire Passport. Beginning anglers learn basic fishing techniques, fishing regulations, fish biology and marine ecology. Open fishing follows. Loaner rods and bait are provided.

Field 10 Fishing Piers, Jones Beach State Park

September 6, 2008 11:00 AM - September 6, 2008 02:00 PM

Great South Bay Shorescape '08, 9/20/08

Pre-registration is required for this event. Age limit: 14 and under. This event features a fishing derby for children. Participants will also learn basic fishing techniques, fish biology, marine ecology and more. Loaner rods and bait are provided.

Cedar Beach Marina, Babylon

September 20, 2008 11:00 AM - September 20, 2008 02:00 PM

Crab Fishing Clinic, 9/27/08

Pre-registration is required to participate in this event. Come celebrate National Estuaries Day! This clinic focuses on crab fishing techniques, crab biology and stewardship. Participants must bring 1-2 uncooked package(s) of boned chicken pieces and a flashlight. Optional items include: kite string, crab net(s), crab trap(s) and a bucket.

Corey Beach, Bayport

September 27, 2008 04:00 PM - September 27, 2008 07:00 PM

Children's Saltwater Clinic, 10/04/08

Pre-registration is required for this event. Age limit: children under 14. Beginning anglers learn basic fishing techniques, fishing regulations, fish biology, and marine ecology. Open fishing follows. Loaner rods and bait are provided. There is a $6 parking fee; free with Empire Passport.

Fisherman's Walk Pier, Captree State Park

October 4, 2008 11:00 AM - October 4, 2008 02:00 PM

Fall Family Fishing & Children's Festival, 10/18/08

Come out and enjoy a day of fishing with the entire family! Headlining the event is a children's "Casting for Pumpkins" contest. Over 1,000 trout are stocked for the festival. Loaner rods are provided on a first come, first serve basis. Free bait is also provided. There is a $6 parking fee; free with Empire Passport. There is a $5 cost for participants 12 years and older.

Hempstead Lake State Park, MacDonald Pond

October 18, 2008 10:00 AM - October 18, 2008 04:00 PM