For more information on the following events, please contact the Sport Fishing Education Program at (623) 236-7240.

CENTRAL REGION (Phoenix area)

What: Youth and Family Fishing Day

When: Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Red Mountain Park , 7745 E. Brown Rd., Mesa, 85207

Comments: Arizona Game and Fish Department and City of Mesa Parks and Recreation invite you to a family fishing day at Red Mountain Park. Fishing license fees will be waived by registering with AZGFD during the hours of the event. Bait will be provided as well as loaner equipment will be available. There is no cost for this event!

What: “Just for Kids” Fishing Festival

When: Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016, 8 AM to noon

Where: Kiwanis Lake, 5500 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, 85283

Comments: This family event is co-sponsored by Arizona Game and Fish and Anglers United. Instructors will be on hand to provide loaner rods, as well as bait and fishing information. Come on out and bring the whole family. Fishing licenses are not required for those who register with AZGFD staff during the planned event. See you there!

What: Melrose on 7th Ave. Street Fair

When: Saturday, March 5, 2016, 11 a.m. to  5 p.m.

Where: Phoenix — Melrose District on 7th Avenue at Indian School north to Campbell

Comments: Join us in the Melrose District at the 7th Avenue Street Fair! The Arizona Game and Fish Department will have our kids fishing tank out for a day of fun! Game and Fish volunteers, as well as Phoenix Sportsman’s Warehouse staff, will be on hand to assist anglers. Equipment and bait will be provided for this “catch-and-release only” activity. The entire event is free of charge!

Contact: For more information please contact the Sport Fishing Education Program at (623) 236-7240 or visit http://m7streetfair.com/

SOUTHWEST REGION (Yuma, Somerton)

What: Take-A-Kid Fishing Day

When: Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016, 10 a..m. – 1:30 p.m.

Where: La Paz County Park , 7350 Riverside Dr., Parker, 85344

Comments: Please join the Arizona Game and Fish Department for the annual Take a Kid Fishing Day at La Paz County Park. Arizona Game and Fish Department will have loaner rods and reels available for use, and bait will be provided. During the clinic hours, individuals may fish without a license once they register with AZGFD. Volunteers will be available to provide assistance to novice anglers.