Fish & Game is holding an open day at the Ngongotaha hatchery near Rotorua on Sunday.
The day is aimed at everyone from seasoned anglers to would-be fishers, general public and children.
The open day is a warm up for the new trout fishing season and a fun family occasion.
Those who go along can take part in sessions on preparing trout for the smoker and fly tying.
Fish & Game staff also run guided tours of the hatchery on the day, providing insights into how staff raise more than 100,000 fish a year to keep North Island lakes stocked with fish bred from some of the district's finest fish, from Lake Tarawera.
9am - 11.30: Children's fishing $3 per child (donation) limited to first 150 participants. No commercial groups please.
10.30am - 12 noon: Fly tying, plus knots and rigs demonstration. Learn how to tie your favourite trout flies and rig your tackle. Ongoing from 10.30am.
12.15pm: Boat fishing seminar with local guide Lindsay Lyons. Learn the secrets to successful trolling.
