The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) and the city of Walker invite anglers ages 15 and under to join them for a free fishing event on Saturday, November 3, 2018, at Sidney Hutchinson Park as part of the department’s Get Out and Fish! Program. Prior to the event, the pond will be stocked with 600 pounds of adult channel catfish. In addition, there will be a multitude of fishing activities for the entire family including a mobile touch tank, casting inflatable and a chance to meet Robbie the Redfish.
Competition categories include heaviest catfish and heaviest “other” fish. Age divisions are broken into Little Angler (ages 8 and under) and Junior Angler (ages 9 to 15). Attendees are encouraged to bring your own gear, bait and tackle, and an ice chest to keep your fish. Anglers 16 and older must possess a valid Louisiana fishing license. To purchase a fishing license online, visit https://www.la.wildlifelicense.com.
The first 100 youth to register will receive a goody bag, and every participant will be entered into a raffle drawing to win prizes. Adults who accompany a minor at the event will also be entered into a separate raffle. Lunch will be provided by Forte and Tablada while supplies last.
Prizes and raffle items are provided by event sponsors including Walmart and Albasha Greek and Lebanese Restaurant. The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation is still looking for interested parties to support launching our newest community fishing site. If you are interested in volunteering or donating prizes and supplies for the event, contact Megan MacMenamin at mmacmenamin@wlf.la.gov.
The Get Out and Fish! Program seeks to increase the number of people with access to quality fishing. The program intends to recruit new anglers to the sport of fishing and promote outdoor activities for future generations.
This event is hosted in conjunction with the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation. The LWFF was formed to provide a means for individuals and corporations to become partners with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission in the challenge of conserving Louisiana’s wildlife and fish resources.
For more information on Get Out and Fish! Program, contact Megan MacMenamin at mmacmenamin@wlf.la.gov or (225) 765-2375.