A family surrounds a toddler grasping a rainbow trout her father holds for her. Mom steadies her, and brother hands her a plastic toy hammer.

Kids Free Fishing Day

At Winthrop National Fish Hatchery
Everyone is welcome to this event, typically held on the grounds of Winthrop National Fish Hatchery the second Saturday in June. Activities and booths are set up outside so visitors can enjoy learning more about nature, salmon, and how we're all connected. Kids under the age of 14 are issued a "passport" to fill out, earning a chance to catch a fish in our pond! Staff and volunteers clean the fish for the children to take home and share with their loved ones. Join us during National Fishing and Boating Week for a great time outdoors!

Winthrop National Fish Hatchery Activities