Summer Fishing Day Camps At Go Fish Education Center

PERRY, Ga. (May 13, 2021) – The Go Fish Education Center is hosting four Fishing Day Camps this June and July. Limited space is available and pre-registration is required, so be sure to register soon!

Camps are designed for youth, age 7-15, who would like to get outside and learn the basics of fishing. Participating kids will learn how to fish, receive safety tips, casting instructions and how to clean your catch. They will also learn about fish biology, habitats and conservation – all through guided instruction, tours and educational activities.

• Session 1 (deadline to register-June 11): June 15-17; 9:30 am-3:30 pm Daily
• Session 2 (deadline to register-June 18): June 22-24; 9:30 am-3:30 pm Daily
• Session 3 (deadline to register-July 2): July 6-8; 9:30 am-3:30 pm Daily
• Session 4 (This camp session is currently FULL): July 13-15; 9:30 am-3:30 pm Daily

Cost for the camp is $100 (due on the first day of each session), which includes admission to the Go Fish Education Center, educational instruction, use of equipment and bait. Campers will need to bring their own lunch, snacks and a water bottle. Register for camp by e-mailing marion.baker@dnr.ga.gov.

COVID-19 Safety at Camp: The Go Fish Education Center is closely following state and federal recommendations regarding COVID-19.

How about a whole family trip to the Go Fish Education Center? From June 1 through August 29, the center will be open Wednesday through Saturday (9 am – 5 pm) and Sunday (1 – 5 pm). What is there to see and do? Visit aquariums that hold more than 180,000 gallons of water and are loaded with Georgia freshwater fish and wildlife, including alligators. Try out the fishing and shooting simulators. See a working fish hatchery from our huge gallery window. All that fish-gazing will surely get you ready to try out the casting pond (bait and tackle provided). Before you leave, be sure to browse through our gift shop. Planning a group trip? Contact the center in advance at info@gofisheducationcenter.com or call 478-988-7186.

For more information on summer camps at the Go Fish Education Center, visit https://gofisheducationcenter.com/education-gfec, or call 478-988-7187.