Participants at a past Family Fishing Day event
Harrisburg is hoping to hook residents with an upcoming event.
The city is hosting its annual Family Fishing Day at Italian Lake on Saturday, Oct. 7 to bring the community out for a day of fun and education.
The event will welcome both experienced and beginner anglers, with opportunities for those who are new to the sport to learn the basics of fishing.
No fishing license is required, but attendees must attend a presentation by the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission at 10 a.m.
Registration is required for the event and check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. The event takes place until 12 p.m.
Bait and poles will be provided, while supplies last, but officials encourage people to bring their own supplies if they have them.
The lake will be stocked with fish for the day, according to the city. Additionally, there will be a fish fry station to demonstrate how to clean and cook fish.
The event is sponsored in partnership with the PA Fish & Boat Commission and the Civic Club of Harrisburg.
Water and hot chocolate will be available on-site, as well.
Italian Lake is located at N. 3rd and Division streets. To register for the Family Fishing Day, click here. For more information, visit the city’s website.
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