The VEC

The Visitor Education Center at the Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery is the first and only facility of its kind in Mississippi. The Center features a native habitat area, a 10,000 gallon aquarium, interactive exhibits, displays, artifacts, rodeo pond, gift shop and gallery, and the World Record White Crappie. All of these elements serve as entertaining and engaging learning experiences for all visitors.

The Center promotes the sport of freshwater fishing in Mississippi, and encourages the conservation and stewardship of aquatic resources.

This unique facility has been featured on: Field Trips with Robert Fields (YakFish TV), Gary Mason's Legends of the Outdoors, MS Outdoors, and more! LEARN MORE

The VEC also offers guided and self-guided tours along with a myriad of programs and workshops for the public. Check our EVENTS page to see a scheduled calendar of events and programs. For more information, please call the VEC to speak with a staff member.

• Adults (Ages 18-59): $2.50
• Adults (Age 60+): $2.00
• School Groups (Per Student): $2.00
• Children (Ages 3-17): $2.00
• Children (Under 3): No Charge
• School Teachers with Classes and Bus Drivers: No Charge
• Active Military: No Charge

The Visitor Education Center is always open for self-guided tours. To schedule a guided tour, please fill out the Online Registration Form or call the Visitor Education Center.

The North Mississippi Fish Hatchery and Visitor Education Center are located below Enid Dam in Yalobusha County, Exit 233 off of I-55

Bridge construction completed.