ESCANABA, MI— The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is holding Kids Fishing Day at its Pocket Park in Escanaba this weekend.
It’s the 31st anniversary of the event, which takes place Saturday at the U.P. State Fairgrounds. Activities will include bluegill fishing, minnow races, and face painting. A certified angler instructor will teach kids how to cast a line and tie fishing knots.
Registration is from noon to 1:30 p.m. and fishing will last until 3 p.m. It’s free of charge and open to kids 16 and younger.
