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KIDS FISHING EVENTS IN LOWER ARKANSAS RIVER VALLEY
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LAMAR, Colo. - Boys, girls, moms and dads who are interested in fishing are invited to attend free one-day fishing clinics in lower Arkansas River valley in May.

"These events are a great opportunity to learn how to improve your fishing skills and have some fun," said Linda Groat, an outdoor education specialist with the Colorado Division of Wildlife.

Activities include a day of fishing and instruction from DOW volunteers and staff. Fishing poles and bait will be provided for the kids. The Las Animas event is co-sponsored by the Las Animas Boy Scouts and the La Junta event is co-sponsored by the La Junta Elks Club.

Fishing clinics will be held at the following locations:

"¢ May 1 at Las Animas City Pond in Las Animas at 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

"¢ May 7 at Sheridan Lake from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

"¢ May 14 at Jackson's Pond in Eads from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

"¢ May 14 at Turks Pond in Springfield from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

"¢ May 14 at La Junta City Park Pond in La Junta from 8 a.m. to noon.

Participants over the age of 16 must have a valid Colorado fishing license. To register or get more information, call Linda Groat at 719-336-6608.

Lunch will be provided at Sheridan Lake, Eads and Turks Pond. Groat recommends that participants bring a lawn chair, sunscreen and hat.

For additional information about angler education outreach programs in Colorado, go to: http://wildlife.state.co.us/Fishing/Clin...Education/

WHO: Colorado Division of Wildlife

WHAT: Fishing Clinic<br />
WHEN/WHERE:<br />
May 1 Las Animas City Pond, Las Animas 1-3 p.m.<br />
May 7 Sheridan Lake 10-1 p.m.<br />
May 14 Jackson's Pond, Eads 9-1 p.m.<br />
May 14 Turks Pond, Springfield 8-1 p.m.<br />
May 14 La Junta City Park Pond, La Junta 8-noon

For more information about Division of Wildlife go to: http://wildlife.state.co.us.

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KIDS FISHING EVENTS IN LOWER ARKANSAS RIVER VALLEY - by FishNews - 04-27-2011, 11:10 AM

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