| Saturday
is free fishing day
Saturday, June 13 is Free Fishing Day in Idaho, and Idaho Fish and Game invites veteran and novice anglers of all ages, residents and nonresidents alike, to celebrate the day by fishing anywhere in Idaho without a license. Though fishing license requirements are suspended for this special day, all other rules, such as limits or tackle restrictions, remain in effect. Free fishing day includes salmon; anglers don’t need a license or salmon permit, but they are still subject to all bag and possession limits. Free fishing day provides a great opportunity for novices to give fishing a try and perhaps develop it into a life-long pursuit. Parents are encouraged to bring their children out for a day of fun fishing excitement. Lack of fishing experience is no excuse. At special locations around the state, equipment will be available for use, and fishing experts will be on hand to help novice anglers learn the ins and outs of fishing. In addition, all these locations will be stocked with hatchery rainbow trout prior to the special day. Local area Free Fishing Day events scheduled include: Clearwater Region: All events 9 a.m. to noon. For information, call 208-799-5010. Elk City, Karolyn's Pond Grangeville, Wilkin's Pond - see below Headquarters, Pierce/Weippe - Deer Creek Reservoir Lewiston, Mann Lake Lewiston, Kiwanis Park/Levee Pond Kooskia, Fenn Pond - 5 miles from Lowell on Forest Service Road 223 Moscow/Troy, Spring Valley Reservoir Free fishing event at Wilkin's Pond On Saturday, June 13, the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests and the Grangeville Lions Club, along with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, and the Bureau of Land Management’s Cottonwood office, will be presenting the 27th annual Free Kids’ Fishing Day Event. The event will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The location will be at Wilkins’ Pond located off of Highway 95 approximately 5.5 miles south of Grangeville, on Lake Road. Jeff and Carla Wilkins are hosting the event. The event is free to all kids up to age 12 and an adult must accompany participants. Please bring your own tackle. Last year over sixty participants enjoyed a sunny day with good fishing and good times. The Lions Club members have donated prizes and will be cooking free hot dogs for all. There will be lots of fun, games, and prizes. So grab an adult and your fishing pole and join us for the fun! For more information, please call Jeff Hosman at (208) 983-4037. |
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