From the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife:

Women's Surf Fishing Clinic
9 a.m.-4 p.m. October 4
Island Beach State Park

Open to women at least 18 years old. No surf fishing experience needed. All equipment and bait will be provided.

Participants will learn the basics of surf fishing, including information on rods, reels, weights, line, tackle, knots, bait, fish identification, casting, reading the surf, and caring for your catch.

The afternoon will be spent on the beach using techniques learned to fish the surf.

The workshop will take place rain or shine, warm or cold. Participants should be prepared with appropriate clothing, as well as other convenience items such as sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and foul weather gear.

Space is limited.

A registration form is available at http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/njoutdoors.htm.

Print and complete the registration form and mail it with a check for $15.00 made out to the N.J. Division of Fish and Wildlife. This fee will be refunded to you at the class but is nonrefundable for those not attending.

Participants can also register at the clinic for the Governor's Surf Fishing Tournament held the following day, October 5, at Island Beach. The cost for the tournament is $10 for adults. Equipment to fish in the tournament will be supplied to those who participate in the workshop, but participants will be responsible for their own bait.

For additional information or questions please contact Karen Leskie at 609-748-4347 or karen.leskie@dep.state.nj.us.

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