Siuslaw National Forest

Kid’s Free Fishing Events
Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8

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Contacts:
541/563-8415, John Zapell

May 28, 2008

Waldport, OR - As part of the twentieth year of National Fishing Week, the Central Coast Ranger District-Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, Oregon State Parks and Recreation, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, other agencies and private groups, invite you to come out for a fun day of free fishing on Saturday June 7 and Sunday June 8.

Kids’ Fishing Weekend Clinics/Derbies will be held at three different sites. Children can participate in fishing instructions, demonstrations, fly/knot tying, kid’s activities, water safety, and more.

Parents are encouraged to bring their children for free fishing and a host of other family-oriented, activities. “This is an opportunity for kids of all ages to have a good time, catch a few fish, and learn a few things at the same time,” said District Ranger Pam Gardner. “It’s a great way to expose young people to the great outdoors and have a fun time with the whole family.”

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has authorized free fishing to all persons, regardless of age, for the entire weekend. State size restrictions and catch limits are in effect at each site as stated in the 2008 Oregon Sport Fishing Regulations book.

Fishing Clinics/Derby schedules are:

Cleawox Lake Free Fishing Clinic
Activity Description:

• Fishing instruction, boat rides, fish print t-shirts, food and drinks, kid’s activities and prizes.
• Date/Time: Saturday, June 7, 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Location/Directions: Cleawox Lake at Honeyman State Park, 2 miles south of Florence, Hwy 101
• Contact: Phone: Florence Forest Service Office (541-902-8526)
  Honeyman State Park (541-997-3851)

Lake Marie Kid's Fishing Adventure
Activity Description:

• Tackle raffle, casting contest, fishing instruction, litter pick-up bounty, free hotdog and pop for all registered kids.
• Date/Time: Sunday, June 8, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Location/Directions: Lake Marie, Umpqua Lighthouse State Park, south of Reedsport off Hwy 101.
• Contact: Phone: Paul Burns (541-902-6953) and/or Jerry Smith (541-271-4118)

Thissel Pond at Oregon Hatchery Research Center/Alsea Fish Hatchery
Activity Description:

• We encourage family participation and especially encourage those who would like to try fishing for the first time. Fishing gear, bait and assistance will be provided if needed. A disabled access, and age 5 and under fishing pond is available at the research center.
• Date/Time: Saturday June 7, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
• Location/Directions: Hwy 34, mile post 27, turn on Fall Creek Road, 2.5 miles to the hatchery site. Parking is available at the hatchery. Shuttle service to the registration area and fishing site will be provided.
• Contact: Phone: Waldport Forest Service Office (541-563-8400)
  Alsea Hatchery (541-487-7240)

USDA Forest Service, Siuslaw National Forest
Last modified Wednesday, May 28 2008