Aquatic Resource Education (A.R.E.)
Current Events
FLY TYING CLASSES
March - August 2017
RIDEM Division of Fish and Wildlife is continuing the fly fishing community outreach program this year with many FREE fly tying and fly fishing programs in various libraries throughout the State. Participants will make their own flies with tools and materials provided by the State. Participants will also have the opportunity to fly fish with the flies they have made. Participants are encouraged to use their own gear; however, fly rods will be available. No fishing license is needed to participate in this program. Click below to find upcoming dates and times for a program near you.
- Cumberland Library: 6-8 pm Mondays starting on 7/10/2017
- North Smithfield Public Library: 6-8 pm Mondays starting on 8/7/2017
Contact 401-539-0019 or scott.travers@dem.ri.gov to register for a program or for further information.
COME CLAM WITH ME
July 25; August 11 & 22; and September 9, 2017
The RI DEM's Aquatic Resource Education program invites you to 'Come Clam with Me'! Learn how to dig for clams, the equipment you need, and the management strategies that have kept Rhode Island in the quahogging industry for so long. Sponsored by Rhode Island Fish and Wildlife, long time quahogger Jody King will be introducing people of all ages to the ins and outs of recreational clamming. This event is FREE but registration is required and space is limited**. To register please fill out the registration form and send it to the address listed, or you can email your information to Kimberly.sullivan@dem.ri.gov. All information must be included in your email. You will be notified by email of your registration status.
Rev. 7/17/17