Portsmouth Free Public Library and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, Division of Fish and Wildlife, are hosting a FREE fly tying and fly fishing event.  Participants will learn to make their own fresh water flies over several weeks then have the opportunity to fish using the flies they created at a private fly fishing event in Rhode Island. This course is geared towards novices and experienced fly tiers alike.

Fly tying dates: (Attend one or attend all, we will be making a different fly each class!):

Thursday, 5/3 6pm - 8pm

Thursday, 5/10 6pm - 8pm

Thursday, 5/17 6pm - 8 pm

Fishing date:

Sunday, 6/10 from 10 am to 2 pm

No experience is necessary, and no fishing license is required to participate in this program. This program is for people ages 10 and older. Equipment will be provided or you may bring your own! Anyone wishing to participate is required to register for the program in advance for planning purposes. Walk in’s will not be allowed to participate.

This program is free and open to the public.  Please contact Scott Travers at scott.travers@dem.ri.gov  or 401-539-0019, click on the REGISTER button or call Portsmouth Free Public Library at 683-9457 to sign up.