Free fishing festival for kids in Tempe March 27
Children in kindergarten through eighth grade are invited to fall hook, line and sinker for the sport of fishing at the 17th Annual Anglers United “Just for Kids” Fishing Festival on Saturday, March 27. This free event is sponsored by Anglers United, the city of Tempe and Arizona Game and Fish.
From 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kiwanis Park, Mill Avenue and All-America Way in Tempe, fishing pros will demonstrate and teach children basic fishing techniques. Participants will then have the opportunity to test their fishing skills in special tanks and in Kiwanis Lake. The event will also feature a free lunch, a silent auction for fishing-related gear, a free raffle and educational booths.
Anglers United, a non-profit organization focused on promoting the development of fishing habitats in Arizona, hosts the annual festival to draw children to the outdoors, just as much as to fishing.
“We want to provide children with the opportunity to learn how to fish – something they may not have done or wouldn’t get to do otherwise,” says Gary Smith, Anglers United chairman. “Even if fishing doesn’t interest them, we want our kids to experience the outdoors and learn to appreciate Arizona’s natural beauty.”
Fishing licenses are not required during the festival. Participants are encouraged to bring their own fishing equipment since loaned equipment will be limited, and parents are strongly encouraged to assist their children while fishing. Children can take home their catches but must provide a cooler for transport.
Registration is required and will be taken on-site before the event. Registration forms can be found ahead of time at www.anglersunited.org.
Contact Anglers United for more details at www.anglersunited.org or 480-350-5650.
Provided courtesy of Tempe Newsroom
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