Regional Parks to teach children the art of fishing
Five Junior Fishing Workshops scheduled during trout season
(November 5, 2009 - SAN BERNARDINO, CA) November ushers in trout season for San Bernardino County Regional Parks. Anglers will be out this first weekend in November casting and catching for trout at the RegionalParks; and this year five Junior Fishing workshops will be offered to teach children ages 5 to 11 the fundamentals of fishing. Children will learn from experienced instructors the elements of a fishing pole, the best kinds of bait to use, types of knots, how to tie them and how to catch and cast.

The first workshop is scheduled for Saturday, November 21st at CucamongaGuastiRegionalPark, 800 N. Archibald Avenue, Ontario

. The workshop will run from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and each child will be provided with tackle and fishing equipment. The class includes two hours of open fishing. Classes are limited to 100 children per derby. Advance registration is encouraged by calling (909) 387-2461. A registration fee of $5 per child must be paid by cash or check and received no later than seven days from the date of the workshop. Onsite registration will be based upon availability. Registration fees are non-refundable and the workshops will take place rain or shine. Vehicle entry at the park is $10.

The schedule for other Junior Fishing Workshops is as follows:

Yucaipa, Yucaipa	December 19, 2009
Glen Helen, San Bernardino	January 23, 2010
Mojave Narrows, Victorville	February 13, 2010
Yucaipa, Yucaipa	March 6, 2010

"Children benefit from outdoor activity," said Interim Regional Parks Director, Maureen Snelgrove. "The workshops were initiated last year and we offered three workshops to children ages five through nine. The response was so strong we have increased the eligibility age as well as the number of workshops we are presenting this year. In getting our youth enthusiastic about fishing, we will hopefully develop their interest in the sport and keep them coming to fish in our parks."

San Bernardino County Regional Parks is well-known for their Trout Derbies. Cucamonga-Guasti will also host the first derby of the season Saturday, December 12th. Anglers come from across the Southland to try their hand at catching the largest trout in the fastest time to vie for valuable prizes. From December 12th through April 6, 2010, Trout Derbies will be held at five of the County's Regional Parks. For a complete schedule, please visit www.county-parks.com or call (909) 38-PARKS.

For additional information regarding the Junior Fishing Workshops call (909) 387-2461.