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Fishing helps kids discover nature and conserve it, too. Help the kids (up to age 15) in your life get hooked on the thrill of fishing. Bring them to a Kids Fishing Days program scheduled at a conservation area or participating location near you.
Kids Fishing Days events are designed to help families and youth groups learn about fish, fish habitat, and fishing techniques. Each program event provides fishing equipment and instruction. All you have to do is bring your kids and plenty of energy!
Check the events calendar below for Kids Fishing Days events scheduled around the state.
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Kids Fishing Days Events
Date:
Saturday, June 8, 2024 8:00 am - Saturday, June 8, 2024 12:00 pm
Location:
Kellogg Lake
Join us in Carthage Missouri for a free kid's fishing event for youth ages 15 and under from 8 am to 12 noon. You will need to bring your own fishing tackle. the lake will be open for everyone to fish after the end of the event at noon. Statewide limits still apply, limit of four channel catfish per youth/person, see posted regulations for more info. Free Fishing Weekend is June 8th and 9th in Missouri!
Registration period:
May 21 - June 16
Date:
Sunday, June 16, 2024 9:00 am - Sunday, June 16, 2024 11:00 am
Location:
Lake Thunderhead Office
Fathers Day Kids Fishing Derby at the Lake Thunderhead kids fishing pond! Fishing will start at 9AM and conclude at 11AM. After fishing there will be a luncheon at the lake office. If you have questions about the event reach out to DJ at daniel.loken@mdc.mo.gov or Bruce Montgomery at bmontgomery@nemr.net
Registration period:
June 10 - July 18
Date:
Saturday, July 20, 2024 7:30 am - Saturday, July 20, 2024 8:30 am
Location:
Walter Woods Conservation Area
Kids will have the opportunity to catch and release fish from our education pond at Walter Woods Conservation Area. Awards and prizes will be given away at the Shoal Creek Water Festival following the derby. All equipment, tackle, and bait will be provided but, you may bring your own. Fishing slots are limited, so please register each kid separately. All 15 years old and younger, must be accompanied by an adult mentor.
Registration period:
June 10 - July 18
Date:
Saturday, July 20, 2024 9:00 am - Saturday, July 20, 2024 10:00 am
Location:
Walter Woods Conservation Area
Kids will have the opportunity to catch and release fish from our education pond at Walter Woods Conservation Area. Awards and prizes will be given away at the Shoal Creek Water Festival following the derby. All equipment, tackle, and bait will be provided but, you may bring your own. Fishing slots are limited, so please register each kid separately. All 15 years old and younger, must be accompanied by an adult mentor.
Date:
Saturday, August 17, 2024 7:00 am - Saturday, August 17, 2024 8:00 pm
Location:
Roaring River State Park
A great day for the whole family to enjoy! Kids ages 15 and under will be able to fish in an adult free zone during the whole day. There will also be free outdoor activities, educational activities, and much more for the families to enjoy! For more information contact Roaring River hatchery staff. 471-847-2430.