“If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there’d be a shortage of fishing poles,” says the famous quote from Syndicated Columnist Doug Larson.
Hoping to engage the community in an important event, D&R Greenway invited the public to an evening of fly-fishing along the Stony Brook in Princeton earlier today, where Orvis of Princeton co-sponsored and provided stellar fishing equipment.
This is an annual event that welcomes all fishing skill levels, especially those with fishing licenses who are ages 10 years and older.
After the 5:30 p.m. registration, Orvis’ Fly-Fishing Manager Bruce Turner shared expert secrets of successful fly-fishing during a light meal.
Folks learned that fish are more easily caught at dawn, at dusk, and at full moon. Hands-on demonstration and actual fly-fishing followed.
Fishers are required to wear the appropriate footwear for being near the brook, have insect repellant, and use sunscreen.
For those who will need a fishing license, you may purchase and print them online at www.njfishandwildlife.com.
— Photo by Laura Hawkins