Hempstead Lake Fall Family Fishing Festival

Come and Activities include open fishing, fishing instruction, fly casting demonstrations, and a fish cleaning station. Children’s activities will include hands-on educational displays and a “Fall Fling” casting contest.

“The Hempstead Lake fishing festival is one of the highlights of the fall for the DEC Long Island Region,” said DEC Regional Director Cathy Haas. “All are welcome to attend this free event, from experienced anglers to first timers. The numerous activities will engage families and children and give all who attend a chance to enjoy the outdoors and try their hand at the great sport of freshwater fishing.”