Fishing gear loan program launched at Mass. libraries
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The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) has launched the Hooks and Books program, a new partnership with public libraries across the state.
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Mass wildlife has launched the hooks and books program. The initiative provides free access
to fishing equipment for local communities. Mass wildlife says this aims to make it easier
for people of all ages and backgrounds to try fishing without spending a lot of money on gear.
So far more than 25 libraries are involved statewide including the Springfield library
branches, Greenfield and North Adams public libraries. They expect more to be added in the future.