MassWildlife, Cops and Bobbers Family Fishing Festival

This event is intended for children 12 and under and their families. This free, learn to fish event will be held at Barney Pond in Forest Park (299 Sumner Ave., get directions) from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bring your fishing equipment, or borrow ours; limited equipment and bait will be provided.

This event is in cooperation with MassWildlife’s Angler Education Program, the Springfield Elks, Springfield Police and Fire Departments, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the National Park Service, the Springfield Parks Department, and Pioneer Valley Trout Unlimited. This event is open to the public.