Date: 3/19/07
Contact: C. Doug Nielsen
Phone: (702) 486-5127, ext. 3500

FREE FLY-FISHING CLASS

The Nevada Department of Wildlife will be holding a free fly-fishing class on Saturday, April 5, 2008. This introductory course is set up in two parts. The first part will begin at 8 a.m. in the conference room at the NDOW office located at 4747 Vegas Drive, just east of Decatur. The second portion is a hands-on learning experience and will take place at Floyd Lamb Park beginning at noon. The class will cover basics such as knot tying, terminology, essential equipment and casting skills. For more information and registration contact Ivy Santee, (702) 486-5127 x 3503, Mon. – Fri. Registration begins Monday, March 24.

The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) protects, restores and manages fish and wildlife, and promotes fishing, hunting, and boating safety. NDOW’s wildlife and habitat conservation efforts are primarily funded by sportsmen’s license and conservation fees and a federal surcharge on hunting and fishing gear. Support wildlife and habitat conservation in Nevada by purchasing a hunting, fishing, or combination license. For more information, visit www.ndow.org.