News Release

Cane River Creole Learn-to-Fish Clinic February 8

International Game Fish Association

News Release Date: February 7, 2020

Contact: Barbara Justice, 3183520383

Cane River Creole National Historical Park and Cane River National Heritage Area will join with the International Game Fish Association to host a free learn-to-fish clinic at Oakland Plantation. Clinics are open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 8.  

“Cane River Creole National Historical Park is pleased to host this free learn-to-fish clinic,” said Chief of Interpretation Barbara Justice. “the International Game Fish Association promises fun for the whole family!”

This FREE clinic will be held at Oakland Plantation from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Participants will learn basic fishing techniques and ethical angling practices through the International Game Fish Association’s Passports to Fishing program!. All supplies will be provided, however a basic fishing license is required for adults (16 years+) who would like to participate in fishing. Fishing is catch-and-release only. To sign up call 318-352-0383 x316. Oakland Plantation is located at 4386 Highway 494, Natchez, Louisiana.

The grounds of Oakland and Magnolia Plantations are open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Nearly 80 original buildings remain, many open for self-guided tours including several that are historically furnished. The park also offers a cell phone tour. Park staff conducts daily tours of the plantation grounds and historically furnished rooms in the Oakland Main House. The Magnolia Main House is privately owned and is not open to the public. For more information, find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/canerivercreoleNPS or call the park at 318-352-0383, ext. 316.