6/16/2025
- Division of Fisheries and Wildlife
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Learn to set up your rod, tie knots, cast, and identify fish. Events are free, family friendly, and open to all skill levels. No fishing license is required. Bring your own fishing equipment or borrow ours. Limited gear and bait will be provided.
Space is limited, and registration is required. You’ll be emailed additional information leading up to the event. Participants will be notified by email if a clinic is canceled due to weather. Email Jim Lagacy at jim.lagacy@mass.gov with any questions. These events are being held in cooperation with MassWildlife's Angler Education Program and the City of Worcester Department of Sustainability and Resilience – Lakes and Ponds Program.
| Event | Location | Date/Time | Description | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learn to fish clinic | Coes Park | Friday, June 20, 5 – 7 p.m. | Learn to fish at this two-hour family friendly clinic. We’ll have equipment on hand for use, as well as terminal tackle, and live bait. You’ll learn the basics, from casting out, to baiting up, and the best part - you’ll be able to fish. So come try your hand at this great pastime, guaranteed to catch some fun! | Click here to register |
| Learn to fish festival | Greenhill Park Pond | Sunday, June 22, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Join us at this free family friendly fishing festival! Stay for as long or short as you would like from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Instructors will be on hand to teach you the basics and help you as you practice fishing. | Click here to register |
| Learn to fish clinic | Bell Pond | Friday, July 11, 5 – 7 p.m. | Learn to fish at this two-hour family friendly clinic. We’ll have equipment on hand for use, as well as terminal tackle, and live bait. You’ll learn the basics, from casting out, to baiting up, and the best part - you’ll be able to fish. So come try your hand at this great pastime, guaranteed to catch some fun! | Click here to register |
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Division of Fisheries and Wildlife
MassWildlife is responsible for the conservation of freshwater fish and wildlife in the Commonwealth, including endangered plants and animals. MassWildlife restores, protects, and manages land for wildlife to thrive and for people to enjoy.