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February 28, 2010 - 12:00 am

MARCH 13 COURSE

Introduction to fly-fishing class scheduled

The Nevada Department of Wildlife will have a free introduction to fly-fishing class on March 13 starting at 9 a.m. at the Las Vegas office, 4747 Vegas Drive.

This class will cover such aspects as terminology, knot tying, choosing equipment, basic casting skills, and much more. The class is done in two parts, with a two-hour lecture portion then a break to meet at a local park for the casting portion.

Fly-fishing rods will be available for those who do not have their own equipment, and fishing licenses are not required.

For more information and registration, which begins Monday starting at 8 a.m., contact Ivy Santee at 486-5127, Ext. 3503.

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