Interested in learning a favorite Ozarks’ pastime and tradition?
There will be an introduction to gigging workshop at the Twin Pines Conservation Education Center at Winona from 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19.
After a short classroom session on the regulations and fishes legal for gigging, participants will carpool to the Eminence City Park. After trying their hand at gigging on the Jacks Fork River under the guiding hand of local conservation agents and naturalists, each gigger will learn to properly prepare and cook a riverside feast of suckers, fried potatoes and hushpuppies.
There is no cost but space is limited, and anglers should make sure they are legal to fish in Missouri waters. Those between the ages of 15 and 65 will need the appropriate permits. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 573-325-1381.
Twin Pines is on U.S. 60 in Winona, 1.3 miles east of the intersection with Highway 19 North.