News Release

Veterans Fishing Day: July 6

NPS Photo / C. Wells

News Release Date: June 17, 2019

Contact: Carey Wells, 707-951-5388

ORICK, Calif. — Redwood National and State Parks, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Eureka VA Clinic, and the Eureka Vet Center are hosting a Veterans Fishing Day at Freshwater Lagoon, in Orick, Calif., on Saturday, July 6, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free fishing day is open to all veterans and their families. Fishing licenses are not required, as this is also one of the California Free Fishing Days. The event takes place at Freshwater Lagoon just off Highway 101 south of Orick.
 
The fishing day will include freshwater fishing on Freshwater Lagoon, as well as surfperch fishing on Freshwater Beach. Loaner fishing rods and fishing tackle will be provided on a first come, first served basis to those that need it. Every level of fishing experience is welcome. Fishing lessons for both freshwater and surfperch fishing will be provided. This family-friendly event will also include a free raffle, free giveaways, a beach wheelchair, and tons of fun.
 
The Veterans Fishing Day is part of the Veterans Exploring Parks program which was created in 2017. Redwood National and State Parks partners with Eureka VA Clinic, Eureka Vet Center, and the North Coast Veterans Resource Center to provide a new program for veterans each month. The goal of this program is to connect veterans with nature and encourage wellness by providing veterans with opportunities to explore their parks and the outdoors. The Veterans Exploring Parks program also offers veterans opportunities to learn about career and volunteer programs and meet other veterans.