January
Winter Fishing Academy – Fishing 101 – At Palo Outdoors
10 and 17 – Saturdays – 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Beginners are welcome to join us at each of these sessions where we will progressively learn about the basics of fishing. What line works well, how do you tie knots, how do you choose the right hooks, bobbers, sinkers and lures to make your fishing experience more productive. What fishing rods are best for beginners and why? Join Naturalist Chuck Ungs as we tease out the things you should know to become a successful angler. Free. Open to all ages but children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. Pre-register to save a seat by calling 319-892-6485. For more information or to view other possible additions to the series, check our webpage at http://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Linn/Events.aspx
Winter Fishing Academy – Fishing 201- At Palo Outdoors
14 – Wednesday – 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Intermediate fishing skills will be covered concerning local fish and local waters. Do-it Molds Walleye Pro Steve Miller will cover slow death rigging to entice fish to bite! Learn how to use this method to catch more fish. Captain Dave Nichols will cover Advanced Equipment Selection for specialty presentations. Dave will cover selecting rods for crankbaits, jigging & rigging. Free. Open to all ages but children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. Pre-register to save a seat by calling 319-892-6485. For more information or to view other possible additions to the series, check our webpage at http://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Linn/Events.aspx
Winter Fishing Academy – Fishing 301 – At Palo Outdoors
21- Wednesday – 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Advanced Fishing skills will be covered by NWT Touring Pro Gary Speicher who will cover open water trolling tricks for walleye. Captain Dave Nichols will cover Advanced Equipment Selection for specialty presentations. Dave will go over trolling gear for boards & lead core. Free. Open to all ages but children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. Pre-register to save a seat by calling 319-892-6485. For more information or to view other possible additions to the series, check our webpage at http://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Linn/Events.aspx
Questions?? You can contact Dave Nichols or Gary Please do. We’d love to meet you at the event!