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5th Annual Long Island Women’s Fishing Expo

Saturday, September 14th, 2024 - 10:00am - 2:00pm

Woman fishingConnetquot River State Park Preserve

FREE event* hosted by women for women! Learn how to Fly-Fish on the beautiful Connetquot River! Pre-Registration Required - Vendors, Clubs, Volunteers Needed.

*Please note: There is an $8.00 parking fee.

** Ages 14 & Over Only **

For questions and to register call 631-444-0283 or email fwfish1@dec.ny.gov with the subject, 'Women’s Fishing Expo'

  • Fly Fishing Clinic
  • Fly Casting Instruction
  • Basic Knot Tying
  • Trout Hatchery Tour
  • Fisheries Management
  • Advanced Fishing Info
  • and Much More!
Woman fishing

Schedule of Events:

  • 10:00 am - Registration all day
  • 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Tables/Displays
  • 10:00 am - Session 1 fly fishing/casting
  • 10:30 am - Hatchery Tour 1
  • 11:00 am - Session 2 fly fishing/casting
  • 11:30 am - Hatchery Tour 2
  • 12:00 pm - Session 3 fly fishing/casting
  • 12:30 pm - Hatchery Tour 3
  • 1:00 pm - Session 4 fly fishing/casting
  • 1:30 pm - Hatchery Tour 4

All day Clubhouse and Gristmill open for viewing/tours upon request

*Fly fishing/casting requires pre-registration

Event Participants/Tablers