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Free Fishing Weekend events are slated around the Umpqua
   
     Date: June 5, 2006
     Contact:

Laura Jackson or Meghan Collins (541) 440-3353

  Fax: (541) 673-0372
   
ROSEBURG – Free Fishing Weekend is just around the corner with several local events scheduled for area kids. No license is required for anyone who wants to fish June 10 and 11, however all regulations still apply.

Douglas County events are listed below.

Herbert’s Pond, Canyonville – On Saturday, June 10 ODFW and local sponsors are hosting an event from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. for kids 16 and younger. Included are free hot dogs, chips and soda, various prizes, and a drawing for two Umpqua Bank savings bonds. The pond is located just outside Canyonville on the Tiller-Trail Highway.

Lake Marie, Umpqua Lighthouse State Park – An event is scheduled for Sunday, June 11, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. that features a casting contest with prizes. Kids can borrow rods and munch on free hot dogs and soda.

Diamond Lake Resort – The Resort is hosting a Free Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 10, from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. for kids 17 and younger. Trophies will be awarded in three age groups and the Resort will provide free hot dogs, Pepsi, and Umpqua Dairy ice cream to all derby participants. Call 800-733-7593 ext 227 for a registration form, or register at the Marina on the morning of June 10.

Cooper Creek Reservoir – An event is scheduled for Saturday, June 10, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. for kids. The event features a kiddie fishing pond for ages 4 and under, kids casting contest, and hourly door prizes. Free hot dogs are provided.

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