The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife teams up with businesses, organizations and volunteers from all over Washington to provide fishing opportunities for children ages 5 to 14. Most of these events take place from April through June, and each provides a day of fishing for a few dozen to several hundred kids and their families.
Each of these youth fishing events is different from all the rest. Some require pre-registration and have a cap on the number of participants while others are open to anyone who wants to drop in; some provide rod-and-reel combos that kids can take home at the end of the day, some provide loaner rods and reels, and other require that kids bring all their own tackle. To learn more, check with the local contact listed for each event on the schedule below.
Watch our kids’ fishing event highlights video to share the fun before you choose an event in your area.
Upcoming youth fishing events
Date | Event | Location | Who may participate | Sponsor and contact information |
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8am - 3pm |
Clear Lake Kids Fishing Event | Fairchild Airforce Base Clear Lake Recreation Area |
Youth Ages 5-14 |
Inland Northwest Wildlife Council Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Randy Osborne, WDFW, 509-892-1001 |
Date | Event | Location | Who may participate | Sponsor and contact information |
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Saturday, 8am - 2pm |
Columbus Park Family Fishing Event |
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All Ages: Kids 14 and younger fish free free parking for the event |
Looking for a fun-filled weekend with your family? Don’t miss our exciting event featuring a variety of games, crafts, and activities for kids of all ages! Plus, discover local vendors offering unique products and services. You can even win amazing prize. Kids are encouraged to bring their own poles, but there will also be some available.
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Date | Event | Location | Who may participate | Sponsor and contact information |
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Children up to 9 years old fish: 9 to 10am. Youth ages 10-14 fish: 11am to noon |
Bellingham Kid's Fishing Derby | 1401 Electric Ave, Bellingham, WA 98229 |
Children up to age 14 |
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife |