In an effort to increase appreciation and awareness of fishing, the Bighorn National Forest and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department are sponsoring a Kid’s Fishing Day on Saturday, July 11, 2009, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Porcupine Ranger Station Pond, located in the Bighorn Mountains on Forest Road 13, north off Hwy. 14A. 
Youth ages 13 and under are invited to attend with a parent or guardian, and children do not need a fishing license (although parent/guardian need to possess a valid Wyoming fishing license).  State regulations and creel limits will apply. 
The event is free. Volunteers from the Forest Service and Wyoming Game and Fish Department will be there to answer questions and provide assistance or instructions on casting techniques, fish handling, knot tying, angler ethics and fish conservation and ecology.
Participants should be prepared for the fishing day and mountain weather by bringing the following items:  fishing rod and tackle, rain gear, layered clothing, snacks, coolers with ice for transporting fish, sunblock and insect repellant.  
Fishing bait will be provided and fishing rods will be available for use by children who do not have their own. 
For directions to the fishing pond or other questions, please contact the Bighorn National Forest, Medicine Wheel/Paintrock Ranger District at 548-6541.