Fish And Game To Hold Youth Fishing Clinic June 18

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is soliciting young anglers, age 16 and under, interested in learning to catch bluegills. Participants will have the opportunity to spend a morning or afternoon session with an experienced angler at Rose Lake. The objective is to teach young folks a lifelong hobby, instill an appreciation of aquatic resources' and provide an inexpensive, fun family outing. One parent/guardian must accompany young anglers on the lake. The clinics will be at 8 a.m. and again at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 18. The event will enable young anglers to learn the basics of environmental stewardship, angling skills and fish cleaning. Participants will be treated to a fish fry or hotdogs and soda. Fishing equipment and bait will be supplied for use during the clinic, but those who own fishing tackle are encouraged to bring it. All participants will fish with Panhandle Bass Club Anglers on their tournament boats. No license is needed. Fish and Game will be issuing First Fish Certificates to recognize young anglers with a certificate that commemorates catching their first fish. Participation will be by advanced reservation and space is limited. Call to reserve a spot at one of the two clinic sessions and obtain additional details: 208-769-1414 Please contact Fish and Game if you require special accommodations. - 25 tagged bluegills with prizes worth up to $100. - Door Prizes. - No child will go away without a prize. This is going to be a fun event and it's free. Don't miss out!