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16th Annual Free Family Fishing Day

June 4, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm EDT

Free

Our annual Family Fishing Day, at Barton Cove, with additional activities at the Great Falls Discovery Center. Join us for a day of FREE fishing fun. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event is held rain or shine. Parking is free.

At Barton Cove Campground: Barton Cove Road in Gill

  • Free fishing from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
  • Fishing equipment provided – limited supplies. Bring your own pole if you have it.
  • No fishing license needed.

At Great Falls Discovery Center: 2 Avenue A

  • Fly lure tying demonstrations.
  • Come see a fish from the USGS Conte Anadromous Fish Research Lab
  • CATCH THE FISH BUS HERE! Free shuttle bus to and from Barton Cove as needed from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

At Turners Falls Fishway: 15 First Street

  • Fish printing – The art of Gyotaku, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm.

Details

Date:
June 4, 2023
Time:
10:00 am - 2:00 pm EDT
Cost:
Free
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Venue

Great Falls Discovery Center
2 Avenue A
Turners Falls, MA 01376 United States
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Phone
4138633221