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Contests & Ongoing Events
- Virginia Wildlife Photo Contest
- Kids Fishing Days
- Kids 'n Fishing Photo Contest
- Trophy Fish Challenge
- James River Fishing Challenge
- Tackle Loaner Program Sites
Virginia Naturally
My DGIF Events
Upcoming Events
June 2013
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Summer Fishing Series - Sandy River Reservoir |
Friday, June 07, 2013 | Prince Edward |
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It's summer and it's time for some fishing fun! Join a VDGIF Fisheries Biologist and the Angling Education Coordinator aboard "The Floating Fishing School," our 26' Sun Tracker pontoon boat provided by Bass Pro Shops & Tracker Marine for the Summer Fishing Series on Sandy River Reservoir. VDGIF public fishing lakes are great places to fish with a variety of species. We will be fishing for whatever is biting: sunfish, crappie, catfish and bass. This event will be a great opportunity to enjoy a nice day on the water, learn the basics of fishing and fish biology. Workshop is from 7:30 AM - 12:00. Bait, tackle, PFD, snacks and drinks are provided. Registration fee is $15 per participant. Take a Kid Fishing; each adult (18 and older) must register with at least one child between 8-17 years of age. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult. Freshwater fishing license required for 16 and older. Event is open until filled; to register and pay, contact Chris Dunnavant at 804-367-6778 or at chris.dunnavant@dgif.virginia.gov. |
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Summer Fishing Series - Lake Orange |
Tuesday, June 11, 2013 | Orange |
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It's summer and it's time for some fishing fun! Join a DGIF, Fisheries Biologist and the Angling Education Coordinator aboard "The Floating Fishing School," our 26' Sun Tracker pontoon boat provided by Bass Pro Shops & Tracker Marine for the Summer Fishing Series on Lake Orange. VDGIF public fishing lakes are great places to fish with a variety of species. We will be fishing for whatever is biting: sunfish, crappie, catfish and bass. This event will be a great opportunity to enjoy a nice day on the water, learn the basics of fishing and fish biology. Workshop is from 7:30 AM -12:00. Bait, tackle, PFD, snacks and drinks are provided. Registration fee is $15 per participant. Take a Kid Fishing; each adult (18 and older) must register with at least one child between 8-17 years of age. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult. Freshwater fishing license required for 16 and older. Event is open until filled; to register and pay, contact Chris Dunnavant at 804-367-6778 or at chris.dunnavant@dgif.virginia.gov . |
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Summer Fishing Series - Lake Frederick |
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 | Frederick |
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It's summer and it's time for some fishing fun! Join a DGIF, Fisheries Biologist and the Angling Education Coordinator aboard "The Floating Fishing School," our 26' Sun Tracker pontoon boat provided by Bass Pro Shops & Tracker Marine for the Summer Fishing Series on Lake Frederick. VDGIF public fishing lakes are great places to fish with a variety of species. We will be fishing for whatever is biting: sunfish, crappie, catfish and bass. This event will be a great opportunity to enjoy a nice day on the water, learn the basics of fishing and fish biology. Workshop is from 7:30 AM - 12:00. Bait, tackle, PFD, snacks and drinks are provided. Registration fee is $15 per participant. Take a Kid Fishing; each adult (18 and older) must register with at least one child between 8-17 years of age. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult. Freshwater fishing license required for 16 and older. Event is open until filled; to register and pay, contact Chris Dunnavant at 804-367-6778 or at chris.dunnavant@dgif.virginia.gov . |
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Summer Fishing Series - Lake Airfield |
Tuesday, June 25, 2013 | Sussex |
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It's summer and it's time for some fishing fun! Join a DGIF, Fisheries Biologist and the Angling Education Coordinator aboard "The Floating Fishing School," our 26' Sun Tracker pontoon boat provided by Bass Pro Shops & Tracker Marine for the Summer Fishing Series on Lake Airfield. VDGIF public fishing lakes are great places to fish with a variety of species. We will be fishing for whatever is biting: sunfish, crappie, catfish and bass. This event will be a great opportunity to enjoy a nice day on the water, learn the basics of fishing and fish biology. Workshop is from 7:30 AM -12:00. Bait, tackle, PFD, snacks and drinks are provided. Registration fee is $15 per participant. Take a Kid Fishing; each adult (18 and older) must register with at least one child between 8-17 years of age. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by a registered adult. Freshwater fishing license required for 16 and older. Event is open until filled; to register and pay, contact Chris Dunnavant at 804-367-6778 or at chris.dunnavant@dgif.virginia.gov . |
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July 2013
| Event | Date | Location |
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Flat Out Catfish I |
Thursday, July 11, 2013 | Richmond |
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Would you like to learn the secrets of catching Flathead Catfish on the James River? Join VDGIF Angling Education and Captain Mike Ostrander for a day of instruction and fishing on the James River at Pony Pasture in Richmond. Workshop involves wading in the river and terrain can be challenging. Tackle, bait and lunch is provided. For ages 16 and older. 8 AM - 4 PM. To register or for questions, contact Chris Dunnavant by email, chris.dunnavant@dgif.virginia.gov, or by phone, 804-367-6778. Registration Fee: $40. Register today, space is limited and open until filled. |
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August 2013
| Event | Date | Location |
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Flat Out Catfish II |
Tuesday, August 06, 2013 | Richmond |
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Would you like to learn the secrets of catching Flathead Catfish on the James River? Join VDGIF Angling Education and Captain Mike Ostrander for a day of instruction and fishing on the James River at Pony Pasture in Richmond. Workshop involves wading in the river and terrain can be challenging. Tackle, bait and lunch is provided. For ages 16 and older. 8 AM - 4 PM. To register or for questions, contact Chris Dunnavant by email, chris.dunnavant@dgif.virginia.gov, or by phone, 804-367-6778. Registration Fee: $40. Register today, space is limited and open until filled. |
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2013 BSA Hunter Skills Workshop (PDF) |
Saturday, August 24, 2013 | Jamaica |
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This workshop is designed for youth 11 year of age and older. The training workshop will be conducted at the Bayport Scout Reservation. The emphasis is on providing participants skills training and information related to safe hunting. Courses offered to include Introduction to Hunting, Getting Started in Hunting, Treestand Safety, Shotgun Shooting with static targets as well as clay pigeons. Other topics that are included are safe firearm handling, tracking and field dressing. Each course is designed to focus on the basic fundamentals and build the participants skill level. All equipment will be provided for the training courses. Cost is $15 per participant. Event registration includes lunch. Register early to reserve your space. See flyer for more details. |
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JAKES Youth Shooting Event |
Saturday, August 31, 2013 | Luray |
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The event is an introduction to the shooting sports sponsored by the Page Valley Sportsman's Club in Luray VA. Classes to be offered include skeet, trap, air rifle, archery, .22 rifle range, muzzleloader and more. Youth 13 and older maybe eligible to shoot sporting clays. There will also be a kids craft area for the very young kids that are attending.
The event runs from 8:30 am until 3:00 pm; with lunch provided. All youth participants (7 to 17 years of age) must register before the event.
The parents are encouraged to attend with their children. Only the youth need to register. Pre-registration is required for this event, and is limited to 32 youth participants.
All firearms, ammunition, archery equipment, and safety equipment will be provided. If a youth participant wants to bring their own equipment, they must contact Art for specific details and instructions. |
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