They call themselves the “No Yelling School of Fishing” as a way to encourage women who may not have considered fishing before to consider fishing now.

The latest seminar hosted by nonprofit “Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing” takes place April 26-28 at Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 1966 (VFW), Fort Lauderdale. It is open to anyone who wants to sharpen their offshore fishing skills.

Activities launch that Friday evening with an informal meet-and-greet at VFW from 6-8 p.m.

On Saturday at 9:30 a.m. presentations will take place on fishing basics by Capt. Lee Lavery, offshore fishing by Jeanne Towne and Capt. Dennis Forgione and conservation by Betty Bauman.

Hands-on skill practice follows, for releasing, knot tying, dehooking, bait rigging, spin casting, fly casting, gaffing grapefruits, cast netting, trailer backing and more until 4:30 pm.

Sunday is reserved for an optional charter fishing trip for sailfish, mahi mahi, mackerel, tuna, wahoo, snapper, followed by a filet demonstration.

Women have the option to register a male guest and/or teens.

About 8,000 women have graduated, according to the group.

Featured on national network television, the series is supported by major partners including Recreational Fishing and Boating Foundation, Take Me Fishing,
Vamos a Pescar, Mercury, Magic Tilt trailers, Scout Boats, Seven Seas Yacht Sales, Power-Pole and Fish Florida. Largest Annual Sponsors are CCA Florida STAR, Freedom Boat Club, Treasure Cay Beach, Marina & Golf Resort, Sunrise Resort & Marina and Future Angler Foundation.

The $99 registration fee includes $50 worth of giveaways, instruction, use of equipment, hands-on training, networking reception and fundraisers. Offshore fishing is additional. No equipment or experience is necessary.

Membership is not required but graduates can join a local South Florida chapter. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1966 (VFW) is located at 350 SW 25th St., Fort Lauderdale.