Hooked on Fishing & Access to Fishing
Hooked on Fishing - May 7
Local fishing enthusiast Dick Peach will present “Hooked on Fishing,” a beginner’s guide to fishing the ’burbs from Noon until 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 7.
The program and demonstrations will equip novices of ALL AGES with basic knowledge about what to purchase, how to set up equipment and tie a proper knot, as well as tips to better bait, hook, and catch species on local waters in the Chicago suburban area. Peach also is a staff writer for the Evanston RoundTable, focusing on fishing topics.
“Hooked on Fishing” will be held at the Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd., Evanston. No fee will be charged, but donations to the Evanston Environmental Association will be accepted.
Access to Fishing kicks off May 7 and runs through September 24, 2011
Youth age 5-15 are invited to fish from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every Saturday, May 7 through September 24, 2011, at Lovelace Park, Gross Point Road at Thayer St. Equipment, bait and fishing expertise is provided free of charge!
Just drop by; no license is needed for those under age 16. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. This program is managed by staff from the Evanston Ecology Center. The State of Illinois’ Department of Natural Resources (DNR) sponsors Access to Fishing.
Mark your calendar for 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 9 for the “Fishing Frenzy” program! In addition to the usual fun activities, there will be casting workshops, giveaways and snacks. The City of Evanston Playground and Recreation Board is
sponsoring the Fishing Frenzy activities.
The City of Evanston is committed to making programs accessible to persons with a disability. For mobility or communications access information, please call 3-1-1 or (847) 448-4311 (voice), (847) 448-8064 (TTY) or 1-800-526-0857 (IL Relay Center).
Questions? Please call the Evanston Ecology Center at (847) 448-8254.