October 10, 2026
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9:00 am
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12:00 pm
Today: Free fishing for kids at Waldie Plaza & Antioch Fishing Pier.
Sign up to be part of the annual free Kids Fishing Derby held in the memory of Antioch resident “Compy” Compomizzo who inspired the mission statement: “Get kids hooked on fishing, not drugs or gangs.”,
The fishing derby provides the opportunity to teach kids fifteen and younger conservation and the basics of fishing competition that may spur an interest in future events.
Register the day of the event to join in on this exciting afternoon filled with great catches!
**If you have your own fishing poles, please bring them. For those that do not have fishing equipment, there will be poles for you to borrow. This event is made possible through the great partnership between the California Striped Bass Association, West Delta Chapter and the City of Antioch Recreation Department.
Before attending, please complete the clinic by watching the 8 videos
Free
Free, sign up at Waldie Plaza.
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us.
April 11, 2026
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8:00 am
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12:00 pm
Today: Fishing in the City at Scottsdale Pond in Novato. This event is geared towards children ages 6-15 years old, and all participants must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants must complete a 45-minute Learn-to-Fish clinic that features educational displays and mini workshops in order to borrow bait, tackle, and rods. Once they have completed the clinic they may fish until 12pm.
Pre-registration for a timeslot is encouraged, however drop-ins will be taken if space is available. Ages 16 and up need to have a valid California Fishing License. Sign up for a time slot at www.novato.gov/regforfun. Please limit signups to no more than two children per adult.)
Participants BRING: Water, snacks, sunscreen.
Participants WEAR: hat, sunglasses, active clothes, and comfortable footwear (no flip flops or open-toed shoes).
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Report Event
Free
Free but Registration Required.
April 11, 2026
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8:00 am
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12:00 pm
Today: Fishing in the City at Lake Chabot in Vallejo.
The Fishing Clinic is intended to teach participants how to fish. They will learn basic skills such as: casting, knot tying, putting a worm on the hook, safety, and watershed education.
Meet at Dan Foley Fishing Dock. For Ages 7-15. Pre-registration for a timeslot is encouraged, however drop-ins will be taken if space is available. Only children need to register, supervising adults do not. Please limit signups to no more than two children per adult. Ages 16 and up need to have a valid California Fishing License.
Participants BRING: Water, snacks, sunscreen.
Participants WEAR: hat, sunglasses, active clothes, and comfortable footwear (no flip flops or open-toed shoes).
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Report Event
Free
Free but Registration Required.
March 15, 2025
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8:00 am
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11:30 am
Today: Free fishing lesson at Sandy Wool Lake in Ed Levin County Park.
On Community Fishing Days, children aged 5-15 learn how to fish in public lakes, ponds, and streams throughout their own community.
The program also provides children an appreciation of the outdoors, basic environmental awareness, and promotes a sense of stewardship for parklands and wildlife.
Before attending, please complete the clinic by watching the 8 videos
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us.
Free
Free, but reservations/ticket required. $6 Parking
March 29, 2025
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8:00 am
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11:30 am
Today: Free fishing for kids at the Perc Ponds in Los Gatos Creek County Park.
On Community Fishing Days, children aged 5-15 learn how to fish in public lakes, ponds, and streams throughout their own community.
The program also provides children an appreciation of the outdoors, basic environmental awareness, and promotes a sense of stewardship for parklands and wildlife.
Before attending, please complete the clinic by watching the 8 videos
Free
Free, but reservations/ticket required. $6 parking fee
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us.
