The Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries’ Go Fish, Alabama! Program provides adults and families with little-to-no fishing experience an opportunity to fish under the guidance and instruction of a skilled fishing mentor.
The program is for adults and families interested in learning how to fish, socializing outdoors with friends and family, putting fish on the dinner table, or simply enjoying the thrill and challenge of the catch. Each event is conducted in a safe, welcoming, and constructive environment.
What will I learn?
Participants will learn the following:
• Fishing safety
• Equipment and tackle
• Fishing regulations
• Fishing ethics
• Casting
• Fishing
• Cleaning fish
What do I need to attend?
• Participants must register online at the link below. Preregistration is encouraged but not required.
• For select events, a $10 registration fee may apply.
• A freshwater fishing license is required for anglers 16-64 years old. Children may not register without the accompanying registration of a supervising adult.
The Go Fish, Alabama! Program provides participants with all the necessary equipment and tackle needed for their learn-to-fish experience. You will need to bring a cooler to take home your catch!
When and where are the Go Fish, Alabama! events?
The Go Fish, Alabama! The program operates statewide and focuses on providing fishing opportunities within a short driving distance to metropolitan areas. Events are held at State Public Fishing Lakes, city lakes, State Parks lakes, and other fishing destinations across Alabama. Each event typically lasts four hours and is offered in the morning or afternoon on weekends and weekdays.
| June 13, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Foscue Creek Park – Demopolis, AL | Free Fishing Day at Foscue Creek Park |
| August 6, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Virtual | Go Fish, Alabama! Webinar Part 1 – Virtual (MS Teams) |
| August 13, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Virtual | Go Fish, Alabama! Webinar Part 2 – Virtual (MS Teams) |
| August 29, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. | Veterans Park – Hoover, AL | Go Fish, Alabama! Fishing Field Day |
| September 12, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. | Madison County State Public Fishing Lake – Gurley, AL | Go Fish, Alabama! Fishing Field Day |
| September 26, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. | M. Barnett Lawley Forever Wild Field Trial Area – Greensboro, AL | Go Fish, Alabama! Fishing Field Day |
| October 10, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. | Auburn University E.W. Shell Fisheries Center – Auburn, AL | Go Fish, Alabama! Fishing Field Day |
| October 24, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. | Frederick D. Richardson Tricentennial Park, Mobile, AL | Go Fish, Alabama! Fishing Field Day |
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