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Fishers show off their catch during the Youth Fishing Derby held April 20 at Heise Pond on post. The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation stocked the lake with 1,800 lbs. of catfish so the 115 youths attending the event would have a greater chance for a catch.
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A youth's cast makes a splash during the Youth Fishing Derby held April 20, 2024 at Heise Pond on post. More than 115 children attended the event.
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Alec Stoess, outdoor recreation specialist with the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, weighs a catfish caught during the Youth Fishing Derby held April 20 at Heise Pond at Fort Jackson, S.C. Stoess organized the event so that members of the Fort Jackson community could come out and have a family-friendly, high-quality event for little to no cost.
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Children pull a catfish out of Heise Pond, April 20, 2024, during the Youth Fishing Derby at Fort Jackson, S.C.
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There are few activities more timeless and iconic than kids going fishing with their parents or grandparents. Fort Jackson Outdoor Recreation tapped into that tradition with their annual Youth Fishing Derby on April 20.
The weather could not have been better for more than 115 children accompanied by relatives who attended the event held at Heise Pond. The lake was stocked with 1,800 lbs. of catfish, making it likely that everyone could experience the thrill of reeling in a catch. Youth from ages five to 15 were able to participate for free in this event with prizes given for most combined weight of five fish, and for largest fish overall.
Alec Stoess, outdoor recreation specialist with the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, organized the event so that members of the Fort Jackson community could come out and have a family-friendly, high-quality event for little to no cost.
If you missed this event, make plans to enjoy Weston Lake Beach Opening Day on May 18, and check out Fort Jackson FMWR Outdoor Recreation online at https://jackson.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation or stop by Marion St. Station to learn more about their upcoming events.
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