Ansonia Parks and Recreation to offer free ice fishing class at Armory

ANSONIA - A free ice fishing class is being offered by the Parks & Recreation Department in January. 

The class is taught by certified instructors from the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection C.A.R.E. Program. 
C.A.R.E. is an acronym for Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education. 

The instructors are experienced fishermen who volunteer to share their experience and expertise with anyone wanting to learn.
The classroom instruction will take place at the Ansonia Armory Jan. 30 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. It
covers the basics of the equipment, safety, dress, rules and regulations and species identification.

Participants will have an opportunity to practice what was covered in the classroom session.
The event is in Torrington on Feb. 3. The Torrington event is “No Child Left Inside” Winter Festival. 
Various winter activities are offered at Burr Pond State Park. Ice fishing is one of the main attractions and again all loaned tackle and bait is provided completely free. 
Additional information about the fishing event will be available at the classroom session.

The Armory is located at 25 North Cliff St.
Advance registration is required to insure sufficient materials are provided for the class. 

The class is open to all ages, and participants, not just Ansonia residents. It is recommended children under the age of 12 be accompanied by an adult. 
Register by calling Dave Connelly, chief instructor, at 203-231-0946.