The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) is offering their Sisters Afield program this spring for women with their children who want to learn the art of angling as a life skill, and to build a community of support for ongoing fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities. “While this program is geared to women of color, all women are welcome,” the NJDEP noted in a press release in January.
Each session has a non-refundable $100 participant fee to cover one female parent/guardian and one child (aged 7-21). You can also save $50 by registering for all three sessions for $250. There is a non-refundable $15 fee for each additional child, up to two children per one adult can participate. Financial assistance is available if needed.
Participants will also have to purchase a 2024 fishing license with Trout Stamp and register for the free Saltwater Registry for this series. Registration fees include most supplies, educational materials, and food/lodging where stated. Most sessions are rain or shine, however, call 609-947-4302 the day before in cases of inclement weather.
There will be an informal virtual Meet & Greet on March 9 at 6 p.m. to answer questions. If interested in participating and want to get more information, email [email protected] or go to dep.nj.gov/njfw/fishing/sisters-afield.
