The goal is to become more proficient for personal satisfaction and to better the chances of being published. Discussions blend encouragement and support with incisive and informed critique. The program is free and open to youths ages 8 to 18 who are accompanied by an adult. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Topics discussed will include laws and ethics, care of the catch, safety, equipment and tackle needs, casting techniques, fish identification, water quality and fish ecology.
Registration is required.
The free workshops are presented by Marilyn Sullivan of the Merrimack County Extension Service. Registration must be made in advance. For more information, call the Pillsbury Free Library, Warner, at 456-2289. Free transportation and child care is available. The course will enable registered nurses to fulfill state reentry requirements for licensing.