MDC hosts Discover Nature – Fishing events Aug. 6 and Aug. 8 in Jefferson City

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites the public to learn more about fishing in Missouri through two Discover Nature – Fishing events at the Conservation Employees Credit Union in Jefferson City from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Aug. 6 and Aug. 8.

The Aug. 6 event will cover equipment, casting, and proper fish handling along with how to tie a knot and bait a hook. Registration for this event is required at http://short.mdc.mo.gov/4b6. The Aug. 8 event will walk participants through five common Missouri fish, fishing with lures, and Missouri’s fishing regulations. Participants for Aug. 8 event must attend the Aug. 6 event as well. Register for the Aug. 8 event at http://short.mdc.mo.gov/4bL.

These events are designed for participants ages 7 and older, and all participants ages 7-15 must be accompanied by an adult. All fishing equipment and instruction will be provided free of charge. Participants ages 16-64 will need a valid fishing permit. Permits can be purchased at http://short.mdc.mo.gov/Z4g.

Questions about these events can be sent to Lance Lewis at lance.lewis@mdc.mo.gov. The Conservation Employees Credit Union is located at 2915 West Truman Boulevard in Jefferson City.