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May 25

Written by: ODNR Division of Wildlife
5/25/2010 

Take a Kid Fishing at Division of Wildlife’s Youth Fishing Area in Akron
Anglers 15 years and youngster encouraged to enjoy free, accessible fishing 
 
            AKRON, OH – Occupying the grounds of the old Akron fish hatchery, the Division of Wildlife District Three youth fishing ponds are open to anglers 15 and under beginning Memorial Day weekend and continuing through Labor Day. Equipment, bait, and assistance are provided at no charge thanks to the purchases of Ohio fishing licenses and federal contributions from the Sportfish Restoration Fund.

The youth fishing area is located at 912 Portage Lakes Drive in Akron.  The Area will be open for fishing from 9:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. every Saturday and Sunday as well as Memorial Day (Monday, May 31), Independence Day (July 4) and Labor Day (September 6). Species that be caught include but are not limited to bluegill, catfish, bass, crappie, and carp. Many fish meet or exceed Fish Ohio! length limits.

All young anglers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while in the youth area, but adults are not required to have a fishing license. Adults are not allowed to fish in the youth area, but may assist their young anglers. Picnic tables and restroom facilities are available.

Questions may be directed to Wildlife District Three at 330-644-2293. For driving directions, click here

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