The Aquatic Resources Education Program offers free opportunities for new and existing anglers to learn fishing skills and techniques. Programs vary from beginner to advanced and youth to adult. Please check out our offerings below!
Upcoming Events and Programs
| Date(s) | Topic | Location | Time | Registration |
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| January 24, 2026 | Lure Crafting Workshop
| Severna Park Public Library
45 W McKinsey Rd,
Severna Park, MD 21146 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Registration opens on January 10th
Register here
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| February 21, 2026 | Lure Crafting and Fishing Demo | The Phillips Packing House Company
411 Dorchester Ave, Cambridge, MD 21613 | 2:00 PM | Explore the Shore Outdoor Expo
Event Information |
| March 28, 2026 | Fishing and Filleting Demo(s) | Smallwood State Park
2750 Sweden Point Road,
Marbury, MD 20658 | TBD | March on the Mattawoman
Event Details TBD |
| May 16, 2026 | Learn To Fish | Severna Park Public Library
45 W McKinsey Rd,
Severna Park, MD 21146 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
Event Details
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| June 24, 2026 | Learn To Fish | Centreville Branch Library
121 S Commerce St,
Centreville, MD 21617 | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
Event Details Coming Soon |
| July 8, 2026 | Learn To Fish | Kent Island Branch Library
200 Library Cir,
Stevensville, MD 21666 | 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
Event Details Coming Soon |
*Updated 12/9/2025. Please revisit at a later date to check for new offerings!
Requestable Program(s)
➔ Fishing Instructor Training:
This training will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to run beginner fishing lessons through your organization. This opportunity is available to youth organizations, schools, scout troops, parks, nature centers, 4-H clubs, libraries, summer camps and community groups. Completing a Fishing Instructor Training will qualify you to borrow fishing gear from the state for extended use, for free.
Training Availability Details:
- A training may be scheduled Tues-Thursday, 8am-4pm, November through April.
- Please attempt to schedule your training far in advance. There is limited availability and you may need to book a year in advance if you are looking for a particular date/time of year.
Requirements to request a training:
- Must have at least 10 participants to request training.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must have and/or acquire a fishing license prior to the training.
Requirements post training:
- Must report on use of borrowed equipment.
- Must maintain all borrowed equipment.
- Must return any borrowed equipment upon completion of fishing lessons.
Contact
Chelsea Kenworthy
Aquatic Resources Education
Watershed and Climate Services
MD Department of Natural Resources
580 Taylor Ave., E-2
Annapolis, MD 21401
410-260-8705
[email protected]
