Get Involved: Northeast Region Outreach

Pass on your passion for the water and help reel in the next generation of anglers! As an Angler Outreach Volunteer, you’ll be the friendly face of conservation, helping novices of all ages discover the joy of the outdoors.

New to fishing? No problem! You don't need to be a pro angler to make a difference. If you love working with people, we’ll provide the training you need—your enthusiasm and helping hand are what matter most!

Whether you're helping a child cast their very first line or showing an adult how to tie the perfect knot, this role is all about creating unforgettable "first catch" moments.

What You’ll Do:

• Share Your Skills: Assist with fishing clinics and events, teaching essential skills like casting, knot tying, and proper fish handling.

• Educate: Help beginners understand aquatic ecology and how to identify local fish species.

• Prep the Gear: Assist with the annual maintenance, assembly, and rigging of fishing poles and equipment.

• Inspire: Represent CPW at community events, schools, and fishing derbies to promote outdoor recreation.

Interested in helping with wildlife projects across the Northeast Region?  This is the place to start!

Some examples include walleye spawn, electrofishing, angler outreach, hunter outreach, interpretation and education, customer service, festivals/booths, habitat improvement and wildlife transport.

These projects tend to be seasonal so we will be in touch with more details!