Have you ever gone fishing in NYC? Join Brooklyn Bridge Park staff to learn about the ecology of the East River as you participate in a free catch-and-release fishing lesson at the Pier 5 fishing stations (at the end of the pier). Presented in partnership with Maritime Youth Alliance.
All equipment will be provided; humane hooks will be used and this program is catch-and-release. Each participant/group may fish for approximately 20-minute sessions; repeated sessions permitted based on demand, to allow others a chance to fish. No experience needed – all equipment and supplies are provided.
This program is first-come, first-served. By pre-registering and filling our waiver, you’ll be placed in a fast-track line, and also receive reminders and event notifications. All participants must sign a waiver before participating.
Register Now!If pre-registering, please make sure you and your party fill out the accompanying waiver to expedite check-in. Please arrive 10 minutes before your preregistered time slot to allow for timely waiver confirmation. If you are late for your time slot, we will not hold your reservation and we will open your slot up to walk-ups. You will be able to sign up for any walk-up spots on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Accessibility Note: Please reach out to education@bbp.nyc for any accessibility needs or questions. This program takes place on flat cement terrain at the end of Pier 5. There are no shaded areas or seating provided; expect full sun. The closest restrooms are located on Pier 6 by Fornino’s, about 1056 feet away.
