🎣 TGIF: Thank Goodness I’m Fishing at Spectacle Island

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Dates:	Thu from 7/5/12 - 8/30/12
Hours:	12:30 to 2:30 pm
Ages:	Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	see below
Category:	Nature & Outdoors

🎣 TGIF: Thank Goodness I’m Fishing
When: Fridays, 2:00 – 4:00 PM (June 20 – Sept 1, 2025)
Where: Spectacle Island — Accessible via Boston Harbor Islands ferry
Cost: Free (ferry fare applies)

Cast aside your worries and try your hand at fishing under the guidance of a park ranger on scenic Spectacle Island. Learn the basics—like casting, rod handling, and local fish species—and you’ll get to practice hook-free casting with three different types of fishing rods

🔎 Why Families Love It
- Perfect for beginners—no prior fishing knowledge required.
- Kid-friendly learning alongside rangers in a safe, supervised environment.
- Built-in island adventure—combine fishing with exploring nature trails, tide pools, and harbor views.
- Totally free, aside from the ferry ride.

📝 Important Details
- No pre-registration required—just show up ahead of the 2 PM start time.
- Wear comfy shoes and bring water, snacks, sun protection, and picnic blanket.
- Check ferry schedules and book round-trip tickets from Long Wharf.

Programs labeled “Activities, ranger tours, and most programs are included with your ferry ticket” — so your only cost is transportation.

🌊 Ferry Info & Tips
- Ferry departs from Long Wharf North / Christopher Columbus Park.
- Spectacle Island trip takes about 30 minutes
- Ferries run frequently during summer—plan to arrive about 30 minutes before the event.
- Bring a reusable water bottle; there are refill stations on the island.

Learn more about visiting Spectacle Island in our handy guide!

COST

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Free (excluding ferry fare)

WEBSITE

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www.bostonharborislands.org/event-details?rid=1795

LOCATION

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Spectacle Island, Boston, MA map