Part of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission's Wildlife Education Division, the Fishing and Aquatic Education Team is responsible for developing and instructing high-quality education programs that serve to increase recreational fishing participation by the advancement of angling skills and knowledge. Classes are developed to address to meet the interest and needs of a variety of audiences of all
ages. Classes available include; Family Fishing Workshops, Summer Camps, Introductory Fishing for Adults, Bass Fishing, Kayak Fishing, Catfishing, Fly-fishing, Fly-tying, Rod building, Tackle Crafting, and Boating Safety. Classes are led by a staff of fishing enthusiasts committed to increasing fishing activity and opportunities by creating an environment of social support for our constituents. In addition to our staff's personal knowledge and experience, their qualifications include the Wulff Fly-fishing School's Instructor Course, BSA Certified Angling Instructor, BSA Merit Badge Counselor, and Fly Fishers International Fly Tyer's Group. An extension of our staff includes a cadre of dedicated volunteer instructors who bring their own unique sets of experiences that play an instrumental role in the delivery of programming. Classes are free of charge at the Pechmann Fishing Education Center in Fayetteville, NC.