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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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Becoming an Outdoors Woman - Hook and Cook
This course will teach you the basics of catching and cleaning fish. Whether you are an experienced angler or a first-time angler, this course will teach you the skills and knowledge you need to get started in fishing. Please Note: This event is primarily for women 16 years of age and older.
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 - Elizabethtown, 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 Hardin County Cooperative Extension Office. Please Note: Participants should plan to attend at least two of the three sessions.
Hook and Cook - Georgetown, KY (Two-Part Series)
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.
Fly Fishing 101 - Fort Campbell, 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 on Little West Fork. This class is free to attend, but a Fort Campbell Permit is Required.
Hook and Cook - Brownsville, KY (Three-Part Series)
Learn the basics of fishing, including rod and reel setup and fish cleaning. This class is held at the Edmonson County Public Library. Fishing will be at James D. Beville Park.
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 August 17th
Hook and Cook - Bardstown, KY
Learn the basics of fishing, including rod and reel setup and fish cleaning. This class is held at the Nelson County Cooperative Extension Office. Fishing will be at Bloomfield Park!
Hook and Cook - Bowling Green, KY (Three-Part Series)
Learn the basics of fishing, including rod and reel setup and fish cleaning. This class will be held at the Warren County Cooperative Extension Office, and fishing will be at Three Springs Park!
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.