Siuslaw National Forest
Siuslaw National Forest
4077 S.W. Research Way
P.O. Box 1148
Corvallis, Oregon 97339
(541) 750-7000
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(Oregon Relay)
Free Fishing Event at Hebo Lake Welcomes Family and Friends
Contacts:
503/392-5128, Nat Lewis
May 30, 2008
Hebo, OR - Bring your children to Hebo lake Campground Saturday, June 7 for a day of fishing and other fun activities as part of the National "Free Fishing Weekend."
Between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., Hebo Ranger District personnel and volunteers will be available to instruct and assist children in the art of catching and landing fish. Children younger than 13 will receive a goody bag when they register and be eligible for a casting accuracy contest and a raffle.
Jason Wilcox, Fisheries Biologist, said, "this annual event is always an enjoyable time for all participants, especially the children. Casting contest, prizes, snacks, the great outdoors... good times at Hebo Lake!"
The event is sponsored by Hebo Ranger District, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, and other local sponsors. Day use fees will be waived for derby participants until 2 p.m. Camping fees will still apply.
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.
USDA Forest Service, Siuslaw National Forest
Last modified Monday, June 02 2008