Fishing, games, a cookout and a who-can-be-the-funniest Liar's Contest bring an old-fashioned Mayberry feel to the Reel Fun Fresh Air Family Fishing Fest from 2-7 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, at Cosby Lakes in Clay.
This family-friendly event invites all ages to enjoy the simple pleasures of dipping a line in the water and hoping to interest the elusive creatures below the surface. Rods, reels and bait are provided.
"My fondest memories are of fishing with my Granddad. We wanted to share that traditional experience with the community," said Verna Gates, executive director and founder of Fresh Air Family, an outdoor-education non-profit organization.
Because fishermen are notorious for "fishy tales," the evening's entertainment will be homespun tall tales in an open Liar's Contest. For children, there will be a Tadpole Tales competition. The goal is to get the most laughs. Celebrity judges will decide the winner! Prizes will be awarded as well as the title of Biggest Liar in Alabama.
A cookout will serve the sausage of the BASS master himself: Ray Scott from Monroe Sausage. So even if the fish don't bite, you can still get a taste of great fishing.
We’ll do our best to beat the heat with small wading pools and sprinklers, so bring towels, sunscreen and, maybe, a change of clothes for the little ones. Bring a potluck if you’d like. Fresh Air Family will provide ice cream, hotdogs and games. We’ll all provide the fun.
Tickets include fishing plus equipment and bait, and the cookout. Prices for the event are $15 for adults and $10 for kids age 6-18. Admission is free for children age 5 and under. You must pre-register by emailing us at events@freshairfamily.org.
Fresh Air Family Inc. is Alabama’s largest provider of outdoor education programs, offering more than 400 activities a year, 15 day camps for children and youth, two afterschool programs and a home-school program. Celebrating its fifth year, the grassroots, kid-driven organization is dedicated to environmental scientific education, youth leadership, outdoor exploration, healthful lifestyles and families, and an appreciation of the beautiful and biologically diverse state of Alabama. Fresh Air Family is wholly supported by the generous donations of sponsors, corporations and individuals. Membership and most adventures are free or low cost.
For more information, contact Verna Gates, executive director, at (205) 540-6642, or Event Coordinator Kim Waites at (205) 401-0245, or go to www.freshairfamily.org.
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