Program is being put on by MDC staff and MAKO Fly Fishers.

Cassville, Mo. – Fly fishing is a unique form of fishing that has its own set of equipment, lures, and strategies.

People can learn more about this distinctive style of fishing at the free Jan. 14 program: “Fishing Skills: Introduction to Fly Tying and Fly Fishing” being jointly put on by the Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma (MAKO) Fly Fishers and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). The program will be 9 a.m.-noon at Roaring River State Park in Barry County near Cassville. MAKO anglers and MDC staff will discuss fly fishing, fly tying, and strategies for catching fish with a fly rod. After that, participants will have opportunities to test their casting skills and try out the new fly they made earlier in the program. All fly-fishing equipment will be supplied, but participants are also welcome to use their own equipment.

When: Saturday, January 14, 2023 from 9:00am to 12:00pm

Where: Roaring River Hatchery
24390 Farm Road 1135
Cassville, MO 65625

Though this program is free, registration is required to participate. Use the link below. Staff at MDC facilities across the state are holding in-person and virtual programs.

People can register for this event at: https://mdc-event-web.s3licensing.com/Event/EventDetails/188963