04-27-2011, 11:10 AM
BRIGHTON, Colo. - Outdoor enthusiasts who would like to learn about fishing opportunities at Barr Lake State Park are invited to the park's First Annual Spring Fishing Clinic on Saturday, April 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This is an opportunity to discover the joys of fishing in Colorado, and more specifically, fishing at Barr Lake State Park. Bring the kids for face painting, crafts and a free boat safety t-shirt. The state park's mascot, Talon, a red-tail hawk, will be on hand for pictures and fun!
There will be clinics on fishing as well as opportunities to fish with assistance from park staff and volunteers. In addition, there will be special presentations on fish and wildlife subjects during the day:<br />
"¢ 10:00 a.m. - Raptor Education Foundation will bring a live great horned owl and explain this magnificent bird's life, food and habitat.<br />
"¢ 11:00 a.m. - Nathan Zelinsky, a professional guide and walleye angler and owner/operator of Tightline Outdoors, will speak about shore fishing techniques. Zelinsky is a fishing tournament pro as well as an avid hunter. Currently, he is a host on the World Fishing Network's Rocky Mountain content and hosts fishing clinics, schools and seminars.<br />
"¢ 12:00 p.m. - Fly Fishing Colorado lakes by Jesse Morvay.<br />
"¢ 1:00 p.m. - Nathan Zelinsky, a professional guide and walleye angler and owner/operator of Tightline Outdoors will be speaking on carp fishing.<br />
"¢ 2:00 p.m. - A representative from Eagle Claw will speak on a subject to be announced later.<br />
Exhibitors, sponsors and partners joining Barr Lake State Park in presenting the 2011 Spring Fishing Clinic are: the Colorado Division of Wildlife, the Raptor Education Foundation, Dick's Sporting Goods, Eagle Claw, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, Johnson Auto Plaza, Friends of Barr Lake, City of Aurora, Bass Pro Shops, Colorado Bowfishing Association, ANS Task Force, Brighton Ford, Dynamic Lures, Tightline Outdoors, Aveda, and Starbucks.<br />
Colorado State Parks get everyone outdoors! Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year, Colorado's 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone of Colorado's economy and quality of life. Colorado State Parks encompass 224,447 land and water acres, offering some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state's favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Colorado State Parks also manage more than 4,300 campsites, and 63 cabins and yurts. For more information on Colorado State Parks or to purchase an annual pass online, visit www.parks.state.co.us.
There will be clinics on fishing as well as opportunities to fish with assistance from park staff and volunteers. In addition, there will be special presentations on fish and wildlife subjects during the day:<br />
"¢ 10:00 a.m. - Raptor Education Foundation will bring a live great horned owl and explain this magnificent bird's life, food and habitat.<br />
"¢ 11:00 a.m. - Nathan Zelinsky, a professional guide and walleye angler and owner/operator of Tightline Outdoors, will speak about shore fishing techniques. Zelinsky is a fishing tournament pro as well as an avid hunter. Currently, he is a host on the World Fishing Network's Rocky Mountain content and hosts fishing clinics, schools and seminars.<br />
"¢ 12:00 p.m. - Fly Fishing Colorado lakes by Jesse Morvay.<br />
"¢ 1:00 p.m. - Nathan Zelinsky, a professional guide and walleye angler and owner/operator of Tightline Outdoors will be speaking on carp fishing.<br />
"¢ 2:00 p.m. - A representative from Eagle Claw will speak on a subject to be announced later.<br />
Exhibitors, sponsors and partners joining Barr Lake State Park in presenting the 2011 Spring Fishing Clinic are: the Colorado Division of Wildlife, the Raptor Education Foundation, Dick's Sporting Goods, Eagle Claw, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, Johnson Auto Plaza, Friends of Barr Lake, City of Aurora, Bass Pro Shops, Colorado Bowfishing Association, ANS Task Force, Brighton Ford, Dynamic Lures, Tightline Outdoors, Aveda, and Starbucks.<br />
Colorado State Parks get everyone outdoors! Attracting more than 12 million visitors per year, Colorado's 42 State Parks are a vital cornerstone of Colorado's economy and quality of life. Colorado State Parks encompass 224,447 land and water acres, offering some of the best outdoor recreation destinations in the state. Colorado State Parks is a leader in providing opportunities for outdoor recreation, protecting the state's favorite landscapes, teaching generations about nature and partnering with communities. Colorado State Parks also manage more than 4,300 campsites, and 63 cabins and yurts. For more information on Colorado State Parks or to purchase an annual pass online, visit www.parks.state.co.us.