Chesterfield residents are being encouraged to try their hand at coarse and game fishing with help from the Environment Agency on Sunday 20 August.
Angling coaches will be on hand at Barlow Fisheries, near Chesterfield to promote the benefits of the country’s most popular sport. The trout fishery has four lakes set in eight acres of woodland and is also equipped for disabled anglers.
The event is an opportunity for all ages to master the basics of coarse fishing, with the chance to catch rainbow and brown trout.
Pete Turner, fisheries officer at the Environment Agency said: “Taster days are a great opportunity for everyone to get an introduction to fishing. There are many social benefits to angling and we aim to help more people from all backgrounds to enjoy the simple pleasures of going fishing, and at the same time help them appreciate and protect their environment.â€
There are a number of angling participation events coming up in the area for all people to take part in.
Those interested in having a go can just turn up on the day as booking is not required. The event is free of charge and will run from 10am to 4pm.
The sessions are part of the Environment Agency’s ongoing commitment to attract an extra 200,000 people to fishing in the next 10 years.
The Environment Agency’s Angling Participation strategy aims to encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to take up the sport, and promote the health and social benefits to be gained.
