The city of Brighton’s Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with the Colorado Division of Wildlife, will offer an Angler Outreach program from 10 a.m. to noon and from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 9 at the Brighton Park ponds, 555 N. 11th. The cost for this family activity is $5/person. Youth 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult, and parents are encouraged to attend with their older children to assist during fishing. Equipment is provided for youth 15 and under.
This program includes 45 minutes of instruction and an hour of fishing. Participants will learn:
* Wildlife management
* Angler ethics and safety
* Catch and release tactics
* Casting techniques
* Knot tying
* Equipment and tackle
* Locals rules and regulations
This is an all weather event. Participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for conditions.
Registration is required and is available at the Brighton Recreation Center, 555 N. 11th; online at www.brightonco.gov and click on “Recreation Center Guide/Online Registration” under the Quick Links section on the bottom of the page; or call 303-655-2200.
