The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased is offering fly casting clinics and instructional courses at two Long Island State Parks.

The Long Island Chapter of Trout Unlimited will be conducting two clinics on “Basic Fly Casting”, one on Saturday, March 15 at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve in Smithtown and one on Saturday, April 5 at Connetquot River State Park Preserve in Oakdale.
 

The clinics areheld rain or shine fromand are open to everyone 16 years and older. If you own fly fishing equipment you are welcome to bring it with you, but it is not required to attend. Clinic topics will include basic casting instructions, equipment needs and selection, conservation, and safety techniques. 

Reservations are required and will be accepted beginning two weeks prior to each clinic. There is no registration fee. There will be an $8 vehicle use fee in effect at the Connetquot River event on April 5, 2025.

Private fly-fishing lessons are offered at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve. One of our knowledgeable instructors can tailor the lesson to meet your personal needs.  Please call the park office at 631-265-1054 for more information and prices.

To register for the clinics, or for further information on lessons, please call Caleb Smith State Park Preserve at (631) 265-1054 or Connetquot River State Park Preserve at (631) 581-1005, Tuesday through Sunday from 9am-4pm or leave a message.