Woodland Lake Fishing Clinic • Hatch Fishing Clinic • Kayak Classes

Mark your calendars for these free Arizona Game and Fish Events
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is offering many free opportunities this summer to spend time at, or on, the lakes. We will be holding two free fishing events and six kayak classes this spring and summer. June 1, 2019 is Free Fishing Day in the State of Arizona. No fishing license is needed but all other fishing laws apply. 

Hatch Toyota Fishing Derby
On Saturday, June 15, the Arizona Game and Fish Department, along with the City of Show Low, will team up with Hatch Toyota for the 10th annual fishing derby at Fool Hollow Lake in Show Low. Fishing will be from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. with registration starting at 6 a.m. 
Arizona Game and Fish will have a limited number of fishing poles, tackle and bait available to borrow during the event. No fishing license is required during event hours when registered for the derby. 
Johnny Johnson will again be the official weigh master of the event. Prizes will be given to kids, up to 16 years old, catching the largest fish for their age group. Pre-registered youth will receive additional raffle tickets for the grand prize drawing. 

Free Kayak Classes at Fool Hollow Lake
Learn how to paddle at six upcoming kayak classes in the White Mountains. All classes will be held at Fool Hollow Lake in Show Low. The course class includes instruction on the basic skills required to safely operate kayak, navigational rules, legal requirements and boating emergencies. Kayaks and life jackets will be provided or you can bring your own. 
Classes are scheduled on June 21 and 22, July 18 and 19 and August 23 and 24 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Classroom portion will be in a ramada (front gate will provide the location). Bring a lunch and water. Fool Hollow State Park is located at 1500 N. Fool Hollow Lake, Show Low. Park entrance fee is waived to registered participants. 
The clinics are free and class size is limited. Participants must be at least 10 years of age. Class size is limited to 12. These classes fill up quickly so register early. Register online at
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