12th Annual Kids Fishing Day at Castle Rock Ponds
Kids always enjoy fishing, especially when they catch something!
Hiawatha "lures" 210 kids into the woods for fishing activities
Kids Fishing Day is always a favorite outing for youngsters in the St. Ignace, MI, area, and this year was no exception! About 210 young anglers traveled to the Hiawatha's Castle Rock ponds to enjoy Kids Fishing Day activities including fishing from the holding tank, fishing from the ponds, and other activities. Raffles and refreshments added to the fun.
"We especially appreciate our sponsors," noted Lyn Hyslop, Acting Assistant Ranger for Recreation. "Their enthusiastic support is what makes the event so successful."
This year's list of sponsors includes the Straits Area Sportsman's Club, Chairman of the Sault Ste Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, MSU 4H Youth Program, and St. Ignace Kiwanis Club.
"In addition to a gift packet including Smokey Bear materials, a bobber, hooks, and a raffle ticket," adds Hyslop, "many children received one of the 193 donated prizes that were given out."
With so many children in attendance, the event was definitely a success, helping us in our ongoing effort to get kids into the woods!