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Hook and Cook

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If you have further questions about upcoming programs, please email Easton.Copley@ky.gov or call our info center at 1-800-858-1549.​​​​​​

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​​​Hook and Cook is a workshop that provides anglers of all skill sets with the knowledge they need to improve their fishing and safely eat what they catch.​​​

​Hook and Cook Workshops Reviews:

  • Biology, Ecology, and Identification of Fish
  • Fishing Regulations
  • Cooking Tools and Safety
  • Fish Filleting, Handling, and Storage
  • Food Recipes with a Cooking Demo
  • Fishing Pole and Equipment Selection​
  • Artificial and Live Bait Selection
  • Knot Tying and Pole Assembly
  • Casting Techniques
  • Much more!

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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Upcoming Events:​​


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​Beyo​nd BOW - White Bass Fishing Webinar​​

  • Date: ​Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Eastern)
  • Location: Online via Zoom (Register Now!)
  • Cost: ​Free
  • Contact: Easton Copley, Easton.Copley​@ky.gov | 502-330-1411​​​

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:

  • Lee McClellan, Kentucky Afield writer and white bass fishing expert.
  • Chase Wininger, Kentucky Afield TV Broadcast Branch Manager and white bass fishing expert​.
  • Dave Baker, Assistant fisheries biologist with years of experience​.

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.​​

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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.​


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Hook and Cook​​ - Falmouth, KY (Three-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.​


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Hook and Cook​​ - Louisville, KY (Three-Part Series) 

  • Date: ​May 6, 13, & 20, 2025, 5:30 p.m. ​- 8:30 p.m. (Eastern)
  • Location: PNC Achievement Center, 1411 Beckly Creek PKWY, Louisville, KY 40245
  • Cost: ​Free
  • Contact: Easton Copley, Easton.Copley​@ky.gov | 502-330-1411​

Learn the basics of fishing, including rod and reel setup and fish cleaning. This class will be held at the Parklands of Floyds Fork.​


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Hook and Cook​​ - Burlington, 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.​​

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Field to Fork

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.​​

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Mentor to Win a Kayak Contest

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.

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