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JEFFERSON CITY, MO, MARCH 11, 2023 – Join Bennett Spring State Park volunteers Danny Goldsmith and Donald Ohler at 9 a.m. each Wednesday in March through October as they provide basic fly tying instruction.

Participants will have the opportunity to visit, share stories and see the art of fly tying with experienced Bennett Spring anglers. New to fly tying? No problem, because these volunteers will be available to help out. All items needed to tie flies are provided, although if you have your own materials, you are encouraged to bring them.

This program, presented by the Friends of Bennett Spring State Park, is open to all ages. The program will be held on the following Wednesdays:

  • March 15, 22, 29
  • April 5, 12, 19, 26
  • May 3, 10, 17, 24,31
  • June 7, 14, 21, 28
  • July 5, 12, 19, 26
  • Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
  • Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27
  • Oct, 4, 11, 18, 25

The program will be held in the park at the church annex building, directly across from the park office and behind the park restaurant. Bennett Spring State Park is located at 26332 Highway 64A outside of Lebanon. For more information, contact the park at 417-532-4338.

For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.
 

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