Piedmont Forestry Center Fishing Rodeo - Oconee County

Piedmont Forestry Center Fishing Rodeo - Oconee County

Thanks for your interest in our Fishing Rodeos! This is a great community event that provides youth the opportunity to catch fish.

By SCDNR Aquatic Education

Date and time

Saturday, May 3 · 8am - 1pm EDT

Location

Piedmont Forestry Center

151 Piedmont Nursery Road Tamassee, SC 29686

About this event

  • Event lasts 5 hours

Thanks for your interest in our Fishing Rodeos! This is a great community event that provides youth the opportunity to catch fish. This event is at the Piedmont Forestry Center. This event runs from 8:00am-1:00pm. Registration from 8:00am-9:00am and lunch and prizes from 12:00pm-1:00pm.Please arrive 15-30 minutes early to allow time to park and check-in. This is a free event! Additional registration will be available at the event until capacity is reached.

Reminders:

  • 1Lifetime license will be given away
  • Free kids rod and reel for first 100 kids in the door
  • Trout will be stocked
  • Bring your own gear and bait. Limited corn will be provided.
  • Only corn, worms, power bait, salmon eggs, mill worms, and artificial lures permitted.
  • No pets except service animals
  • Cooler or bucket to transport your fish
  • Adults may assist their children, ages 13 and over are not allowed to fish
  • Feel free to pack a picnic lunch. Chick-fil-A will be provided.
  • No alcoholic beverages permitted
  • Consider bringing a chair, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bug spray and water

Location: 151 Piedmont Nursery Rd Tamassee, SC 29686

FAQs

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

If you have any questions, please email fishingrodeos@dnr.sc.gov

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You do not need to print off your ticket, however, please check in when you arrive.

Is there a catch limit?

There is a 5 fish catch limit.

Can I register at the event?

Registration will be allowed on the day of the event if capacity allows.



Organized by

SCDNR Aquatic Education

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Aquatic Education Section’s mission is to serve as the principal advocate for and steward of South Carolina’s natural resources.

We strive to educate the public on recreational fishing techniques, opportunities and angler ethics, as well as provide information to learn about South Carolina’s aquatic ecosystems, how they function and the biology and identification of the species within these ecosystems.

Check out some of the fun fishing and learning opportunities we have available.