PEQUEST OPEN HOUSE March 23 & 24

[BEAR]

Pequest Open House

and

Fishing Flea Market

 

March 23 & 24, 2013

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily

FREE!

Every year the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center opens its doors to the public for the annual Open House, which usually takes place the weekend before Trout Season opens. This year, the Open House will be two weeks before the Opening Day of Trout Season, on March 23 and 24, 2013.

 

The Open House allows the Division of Fish and Wildlife to show off the trout we raise at the state of the art Pequest Trout Hatchery and it serves as a reminder that spring is just around the corner. This year marks the 30th Anniversary of trout production at Pequest, so be sure to come help us celebrate! Our newly renovated Exhibit Hall will be reopened for the event, so be sure to visit the building and tour the new exhibits.

 

Each year, thousands of people come to the hatchery to experience this event for themselves. And each year, the Division of Fish and Wildlife strives to make this a bigger event than the year before. This year is no different, and instead of just focusing on fish, we will be inviting many different outdoor enthusiasts and conservationists to join us in our celebrations.

 

This event is great for people of all ages and there are so many things to see and do throughout the day. The 2013 Open House will be held March 23 & 24 from 10:00 - 4:00 daily to celebrate the beginning of trout season and spring.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Displays and exhibits await indoors

 

 

 

Peruse the Sportsman's Flea Market deals

 

 

Kids between the ages of 8 and 16 can try their hand at trout fishing before the season opens in our Fishing Education Pond. They will be given expert instruction by our staff, Wildlife Conservation Corps volunteers and volunteers from Trout Unlimited. Kids under 8 can try catching one of our trout in the "Kiddie Fishing Tank". And the best part is - we supply all the equipment! Displays will be set up about fisheries management, aquatic insects and much more.

 

In the fields along our roadway, we'll have our beginner archery and shotgun ranges set up. We will also be running shotgun and archery field sessions during the event so make sure you complete your workbook and register at www.nj.wildlifelicense.com.

 

Inside the Natural Resource Education Center, visit with representatives from various conservation groups and learn how they are helping to protect our natural resources. There will also be ongoing fly tying demonstrations and many different wildlife artists, carvers and taxidermists will be here with their artwork and equipment for sale. Don't forget to look inside the newly renovated Exhibit Hall which will reopen on the Open House weekend and learn about the history of Pequest and what we do here. For even more information about the hatchery, don't forget to take the self-guided tour of the facility, where everything will be in full swing in anticipation of the upcoming trout season.

 

Just outside the main building, our Fishing Flea Market is sure to offer some good deals on both new and used equipment, lures, gear and so much more! So if you're looking to upgrade your fishing equipment or if you're just starting out, you'll want to check out the vendors here. Be sure you stop by the giant mobile aquarium located just outside the main building for a look at some of New Jersey's fish.

 

There will be food vendors on hand at the event or you can bring your own lunch and enjoy one of our 3 picnic areas nestled in the heart of the Pequest Valley.

 

 

 

The Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center is located 9 miles west of Hackettstown on Route 46 in scenic Warren County. Come for a family or group outing during the Open House or anytime throughout the year. For more information on public or group visitation/programs call 908-637-4125 or see the on-line schedule of public programs.

 

Note: There is no bus parking available.

[Rusty]

This is a great family day, especially if you have young kids.

[Rossy048]

Same days as the fur auction

[BEAR]

UBNJ will have are table inside as always ....... stop by and say hello

[BEAR]

[Foxandyotetrapper]

I normally go every year but cant make it because of the fur auction being the same days.

[Drop Tine]

The Pequest Open House is coming up quick "March 23 & 24"

Grab the kids and come out to a great event to welcome in the spring and get the kids excited about trout fishing and the outdoors...

 

I'll be there Saturday... so stop by the UBNJ table and hi...

[Drop Tine]

Don't forget; The Pequest Open House coming up this weekend

 

http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/peqoh.htm

[Drop Tine]

REMINDER.... The Pequest Open House coming up this weekend

 

 

http://www.njfishandwildlife.com/peqoh.htm

[Drop Tine]

Good Morning NJF&G... The Pequest Open House weekend kicks off today...

 

Grab the kids and come out to a great event to welcome in the spring and get the kids ready and excited about trout fishing and the great outdoors...

 

If you have a chance stop in the educational center as UBNJ will have our information & merchandise table inside so please stop by and say hi...