Beginners
- Learn about freshwater fishing
This guide will help answer some basic questions about getting started. - Learn to fish with MassWildlife's Angler Education Program
Find learn-to-fish events for beginners. -
Fishing basics video (1 hour 30 minutes)
Everything you need to know to get started fishing. Watch the whole video, or skip around to different topics of interest. - Find a place to fish
Get a map of Massachusetts waterbodies. -
How to set up your fishing rod
Learn how to line your fishing rod and tie quick and simple knots to get started fishing today! - All About Ice Fishing (1 hour video)
Learn how to get started ice fishing, including safety, gear, bait, and more. - Family Fishing Tips (1 hour video)
Get tips for planning a fun fishing trip for the whole family. Learn about equipment, bait, where to go, and other considerations for fishing with kids. - 10 tips for taking kids fishing
With a little planning, you can ensure that young anglers stay engaged, keep safe, and have fun. - Get even more information with these helpful fishing tips and tutorials from TakeMeFishing.org.
Special topics
- Trout Identification and Trout Fishing Tips
Want to catch more trout? Learn how to identify and catch the different types of trout that MassWildlife stocks. - Panfish: How to catch, prepare, and cook
Get tips and recipes to help you enjoy the freshwater fish you catch. Panfish include fish like black crappie, white perch, yellow perch, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. - Bass Fishing Tips
Want to catch more bass? Learn about largemouth and smallmouth bass habitats and behavior and get tips for reeling in a big one. - All About Ice Fishing: Angler Education Coordinator Jim Lagacy gives his best tips for getting started ice fishing, including safety, gear, bait, and more.