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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 19, 2008
Contacts:
Laura Bishop, 608-372-1727
Pam Thiel, 608-783-8431
EA 08-49
Service Partners with Tomah Veterans Administration Hospital
for Annual Fishing Day 2008The Genoa National Fish Hatchery stocked the pond at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Tomah, Wis., with more than 1,000 rainbow trout in preparation for the 18th annual fishing tournament on May 21. Beginning at 8:30 a.m., disabled veterans, escorted to the pond and aided by Tomah Middle School seventh graders, will fish, weigh and measure their catches in competition for prizes donated by the Genoa American Legion, the AL also donated 100 pounds of flathead catfish for a fish fry that culminates the half-day event.
"The Genoa hatchery has been proud to support Tomah VA's recreational fishing program through stocking the hospital pond for more than 50 years,” said Doug Aloisi of the Genoa National Fish Hatchery. “The staff considers it just one small opportunity to give back something to those who have sacrificed so much.”
A new addition this year is Harriet the eagle, a resident of the Wabasha, Minn., National Eagle Center and her handler, Vietnam veteran, Robert Snitgen.
The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated professionals and commitment to public service. For more information on our work and the people who make it happen, visit http://www.fws.gov
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