Hook Kids On Fishing-Merritt Island

In partnership with the Brevard County Natural Resources Management Department, Anglers for Conservation (AFC) is coordinating AFC’’s Hook Kids on Fishing program on Saturday, May 19th from 9-11am, in conjunction with Waterfest. The Hook Kids on Fishing program will take place at:

Kiwanis Island Park
951 Kiwanis Island Park Rd
Merritt Island, Fl. 32953

Please arrive early to sign-in.

Kids ages 6 to 16, are welcome along with their parents. The first 80 kids registered may receive a free rod and reel. Registration is mandatory by follow this link…
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/waterfest-hook-kids-on-fishing-tickets-44922605723

These conservation-minded Hook Kids on Fishing programs teach casting, fishing safety, knot tying, the tackle box, catch and release tactics, fishing habitat and conservation; and are taught by professional guides and knowledgeable anglers. Parents and kids bring your smiles, positive attitudes and patience along with you!

Parent or guardian must accompany attendees.

Additional community sponsors include the Anglers for Conservation, Coastal Angler Magazine and Aylesworth’s Fish & Bait. Fishing rods are made possible by the Fish Florida specialty license plate. More info on the plate can be found here. http://www.fishfloridatag.org/

The Hook Kids on Fishing program is a product of the Anglers for Conservation, a non-profit-501-C3, whose mission is to inspire new generations of marine stewards through education, conservation, and community outreach.

Volunteers are needed and donations are greatly appreciated.
If you’re interested in volunteering for, or sponsoring this event, please contact Mike Conneen at mike@anglersforconservation.org or visit the website, http://www.anglersforconservation.org