Free Fishing derby at Priest Lake

PRIEST LAKE — The Priest Lake Sportsman’s Club in conjunction with the Priest Lake Kaniksu Coolin Lions Clubs & the Kalispel Tribe of Indians will be sponsoring the 26th Annual Priest Lake Free Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 11.

The derby runs from 8 a.m. to noon.

Educational Booths will be offered and will include camping ethics, forestry, wildlife, fire prevention, watersheds, water/boat Safety, fish cleaning and use of proper bait.

Bring your fishing gear, because the fish will be biting. Kids who will need a rod and reel will be supplied with one.

All kids attending will receive a free t-shirt, and a free goodie bag with lots of goodies.

The Idaho Department of Fish & Game has stocked the pond at the Priest Lake Golf Course with over 1,000 trout for free fishing day. The pond is located between hole No. 7 and hole No. 10. We have added a dozen large trout and the boy or girl who catches the biggest fish will receive the Bob Shanklin Big Fish Award. This award is given in the memory of Bob Shanklin who was one of our biggest supporters.

Free hot dogs, chips and juice will be given to all in attendance. Kids are welcome to bring their parents, grandparents or friends. Come see Smokey Bear. Fun for all, come rain or shine.