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                                                                                                November 2 2007  Publication

Date:           October 22,2007

Contact:       Terri Akloff

Phone:         (562) 904-7238

Fax:             (562) 904-7296

 

 

YOUTH FISHING DAY AT WILDERNESS - NOVEMBER 3 2007

 

The City of Downey and the California Department of Fish and Game have teamed up to provide the youth a great opportunity to fish on Saturday, November 3 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, rain or shine at Wilderness Park located at 10999 Little Lake Road. A shuttle and parking will be available at the World Of Décor in the north east part of the store’s parking lot area

         

Downey Youth Fishing Day,” is designed for kids ages 15 and under.  The event will be free to youngsters and will consist of learning stations, safety procedures, safety tips and casting. They will also learn about different types of fish, what happens to the lake environment when it is not clean, and how to be a responsible angler.

Bait and Rods

A supply of bait, fishing rods and reels will be available on loan in a limited quantity for those who attend the stations.  The youth who participate need to have a parent with I.D. to check-out the fishing equipment.  The youth who do have their own fishing rods are encouraged to bring them.   A junior fishing license will be given to every child who participates.

 

Fun Activities

In addition to this, the event will offer other fun activities.   There will be free t-shirts for the first 250

Youth. A demonstration of fly tying will be provided by the Fly Fishers Club.  A breakfast consisting of pancakes, sausage patties and a drink will be provided for a small fee of $2.00 a plate, while supplies last. A silly hat contest will happen at 10:00am at the park flagpole.

 

For more information, please call (562) 904-7238.