You’re registering for:
National Hunting and Fishing Day
Registration Open 50 of 125 seats remaining
Location & Schedule
Meeting on:
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Sunday, September 28, 2025 | 12:00pm - 4:00pm |
Located at:
Bald Eagle State ParkEvent
The Family Fishing Program is for families with little or no fishing experience. Participants learn basic fishing skills and to practice those skills while fishing during the program. The program is open to all ages, including children ages 5 and older. Those under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The program is free and all equipment is provided.
NOTE: the fishing license requirement is waived during the program for participants age 16 and older.
NOTE: the fishing license requirement is waived during the program for participants age 16 and older.
About the Event
Join the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC), along with our partners from Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), PA Game Commission (PGC), Penn State Extension, and Spring Creek Trout Unlimited, for a fun-filled afternoon of FREE activities celebrating National Hunting and Fishing (NHF) Day at Bald Eagle State Park!Park Address: 149 Main Park Road, Howard PA 16841 The event will be held at Pavilions #3 and #4 on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Participants must arrive by 11:30a.m. to find parking and be ready to begin at 12p.m.
**Pre-registration is required. Please register all individuals planning to attend the event.** No fishing or hunting license is needed to participate in the event. All equipment is provided for program activities!
PRIZES – Pre-registered participants will have an opportunity to win prizes through random drawings during the event!
The National Hunting and Fishing Day program will provide opportunities for families to participate in fishing activities like on-water fishing with the PFBC staff, including our Waterway Conservation Officers (WCO). Our WCOs will not only be assisting with fishing and other instruction during the program, but will also be available during the day to answer regulation, safety, or fishing questions.
Families will also be introduced to conservation by building fish habitat structures for the lake with PFBC’s Division of Lake Habitat staff. Participants will also be able to test their archery skills with an archery course provided by the 4-H Youth Development Program (this station is for participants ages 12 and up).
DCNR and PA Game Commission will introduce participants to the importance of Blue Birds and help you build or provide you with your very own Blue Bird box to take home!
About National Hunting and Fishing Day
NHF Day recognizes generations of sportsmen and women for their contributions to the conservation of our nation’s rich sporting heritage and natural resources.
One of the main goals of National Hunting and Fishing Day is to recruit new hunters and anglers by encouraging participation in recreational hunting and fishing, as well as increasing public awareness of the connection between hunting, angling, and environmental conservation.
Details
Organized by:
Amidea Daniel
About The Program
Overview
The PA Fish and Boat Commission and its partners provide plenty of opportunities to improve your fishing skills and learn more about fishing in Pennsylvania.
