Dates: Saturday, June 7 and June 14
Time: 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Registration fee: $25 (One-time $25 fee covers the cost of both classes.)
Verso University: The Art of Fishing
An in-depth instructional course focusing on the art and science of fishing. Attendees will learn introductory anatomy and physiology, biology, ecology, and much more to help them advance their knowledge of angling and the natural world.
*We encourage all participants to bring a device or notebook for notetaking. If weather permits, the class will take a short walk to the Saugatuck River to visually identify information covered in class.
Session One
This course will discuss everything you need to know about licensing, gear selection, finding fishing spots, and understanding regulations. Live demonstrations will cover casting, knot tying, and much more. While the course is intended for individuals 18 and up, school-aged children with a serious interest in fishing are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Whether you’re new to fishing, or looking to grow as an angler, this class is for you!
Session Two
This course is a continuation of the first class, where we get into the nitty gritty of what makes fish do what they do. You’ll learn the anatomy and preferences of Connecticut’s favorite gamefish, as well as ecology, which will help you catch more fish and waste less time. The class ends with a hands-on demonstration showcasing catch and release procedures, so you can fish with confidence.
Biography
Upon graduating from Quinnipiac University’s Radiologic Sciences program, Michael Santangelo began to apply the skills he learned in the human cadaver lab with his passion for fishing. Years of chasing striper up and down the Gold Coast, casting flies for brown trout, and searching for bass throughout Connecticut’s many lakes, pushed him to start his own business guiding clients all over Fairfield County. When he’s not helping others perfect their cast, he operates as a personal care assistant for individuals living with disabilities. You can catch him on YouTube under the alias Eighthfin, where he shows off his many fishing exploits!
