For 24 years, Jeffers Bend has been hosting Take Kids Fishing, giving families a day to unplug and enjoy the outdoors. Environmental volunteer David Chiles says everything is ready for this year’s event after last weekend’s storms.
click to download audioThe pond will be stocked with catfish—more than $1,000 worth—to make sure young anglers have a good shot at reeling in a big one.
click to download audioThis year’s event is also part of Water Week, an educational experience highlighting where the community’s water comes from—and how it’s maintained.
click to download audioChiles says parents should pack towels—and maybe a jacket—for the kids.
click to download audioPre-registration for the event is—$2 per child and per adult. Walk-ups on Saturday will be $3.
click to download audioAnd Chiles says there’s more on the way. The Hummingbird Festival is coming up Saturday, August 23rd from 9 a.m. to noon.
click to download audioTake Kids Fishing, part of Water Week, is happening this Saturday at Jeffers Bend in Hopkinsville.
