Golden Gate Trout Unlimited’s First Cast Day will be held at the Marin Civic Center Lagoon on Sunday, Sep 19, 2021. Youth ages 10-18 years old (accompanied by their parents or guardian) are invited to an introduction to fly fishing. This event is aimed at drawing families who value fun learning activities for their children and grandchildren that reward patience and practice. Registration for the event is free, limited to 36 participants. Activities commence at 8:30 AM. The participants will rotate through six teaching stations, with 30 minutes spent at each station, which include:

Reading the Waters,

Gear & Rigging

Knots

Fly Casting

Fly Tying

Entomology

Adults may also take lessons with a Master Casting Instructor, learning not only how to fly cast like a champion, but also how to coach their youngster in fly casting. A BBQ lunch will be served with cheeseburgers, hotdogs, salads, fruit, beverages, and chocolate chip cookies. Please note: the event location will be at the Civic Center Lagoon picnic area on the south side of the lagoon near the playground on Civic Center Drive, San Rafael.

Location: Civic Center Lagoon picnic area

Date: Sunday, September 19th 2021

Time: 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Cost: Free

Includes All equipment & lesson supplies

Please Note: All BAYFF sponsored learning sessions, require full-time adult parent or guardian supervision and the signing of liability and photo release forms in advance, through registration on EventBrite.

Youth must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Adults will be able to observe their kids, and in small groups experience fly or plug casting as well. What to bring? Clothing layers, rain wear, sun/safety glasses, hat, sunscreen, notebook/pen, picnic blanket and/or small camp chairs (extra seating is limited).