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Hook and Cook Workshops Reviews:
The workshop is composed of classroom and field portions. During the field portion, participants practice filleting fishing and the new fishing skills they learned with the assistants of an instructor!
Each participant must be 16 years of age or older and have a valid Kentucky fishing license. You can purchase a valid license here: License Sales Application.
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Beyond BOW - White Bass Fishing Webinar
Join us for an in-depth White Bass Fishing Webinar covering everything you need to know about catching this exciting species! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge to be successful this season. Learn the best gear for targeting white bass. Learn how to access the Spring Run and how to make the most of it. Get insider advice from experienced anglers.
Featuring the following Special Guests:
BONUS: By attending, you'll also receive an invitation to join us for a mentored fishing trip to put your new skills to the test!
Please Note:This event is primarily for women 16 and older. A valid fishing license is required to participate in the mentored fishing trip.
Kayak Fishing 101 - Frankfort, KY (Three-Part Series)
Learn the basics of fishing, including rod and reel setup, knot tying, and how to cast! The second class will be about the basics of kayaking and kayak safety. Join us to demo some boats and learn to fish! By attending this class you get the opportunity to join us for a guided float trip with Canoe KY on May 18th. Please Note: All equipment will be provided. Must have a valid fishing license. Float Trip on May 18th is optional. The event is for Ages 16+.
Fly Fishing 101 - Louisville, KY
Join us and learn the basics of fly-fishing, including rod and reel setups, casting, fly types, basic gear, and knot tying. Attendees will have the opportunity to join a mentored fly-fishing trip. This class is free to attend, but you must have a valid Kentucky fishing license. All equipment is provided. This class is offered in partnership with Derby City Fly Fishers and The Parklands of Floyds Fork.
Hook and Cook - Frankfort, KY (Three-Part Series)
Learn the basics of fishing, including rod and reel setup, fish cleaning and how to cook fish.. This class will be held at the Franklin County Extension Office.
Join us and learn the basics of fly-fishing, including rod and reel setups, casting, fly types, basic gear, and knot tying. Attendees will have the opportunity to join a mentored fly-fishing trip on March 29th at Fern Creek Sportsman's Club. This class is free to attend, but you must have a valid Kentucky fishing license. This class is offered in partnership with Derby City Fly Fishers and The Parklands of Floyds Fork.
Trout Fishing 101 - Jamestown, KY(Webinar with Fishing Trip)
Join the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources for a webinar on Trout Fishing! Topics covered will include licensing, regulations, equipment, where to fish for trout, basic trout fishing strategies, and more. Participants are invited to attend a follow up fishing trip on either Wednesday, July 9th or Wednesday, July 16th at Hatchery Creek. Hatchery Creek is located at the Wolf Creek Dam in Jamestown, KY.
A link to the webinar program will be sent out closer to the date of the program Following the webinar a registration will be sent out to all webinar participants for the fishing trip dates.
Please Note: A fishing license and permit are required to fishin in Hatchery Creek. A maximum of 15 spots will be available for each mentor fishing trip. All fishing equipment including bait will be provided by KDFWR.
Hook and Cook Carp - Louisville, KY
Learn the basics about invasive carp, including where they came from, how to clean them, and how to cook the meat. This class will be held at the Jefferson County Cooperative Extension Office.
Hook and Cook - Elizabethtown, KY
This course will teach you the basics of catching and cleaning fish. Whether you are an experienced angler or a first-time fisherman, this course will teach you the skills and knowledge you need to get started in fishing.
Hook and Cook - Burlington, KY
Hook and Cook - Bardstown, KY
Our Field to Fork programs are unique, start-to-finish workshops that teach adult participants everything they need to know to successfully hunt a specific game species. Our current offerings include dove, squirrel, spring turkey, and deer hunting workshops.
Take someone new fishing this year and enter for a chance to win a fishing kayak plus other great prizes! Please check our Mentor to Win a Kayak Contest page for more information.