Ocean Springs Elks Lodge hosts thirty eighth annual Junior Fishing Rodeo

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) — The Ocean Springs Elks Lodge Junior Fishing Rodeo introduced children from throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast collectively to compete for the largest catch.

Elks Lodge 2501 hosted the occasion, which is the lodge’s largest occasion of the 12 months. Organizers spend months getting ready for the rodeo.

Beyond the trophies and prizes, organizers mentioned the occasion is about getting children outside and spending high quality time with household.

“There is absolutely zero cost for the children and so they can just come and have a good time,” mentioned Cindy Quigley, chair of the Ocean Springs Elks Lodge Junior Fishing Rodeo. “We just really want them to be able to get out and have fun.”

The free occasion is open to Gulf Coast youngsters ages 3 to 13, in addition to contributors with particular wants as much as age 21. Every baby leaves with a brand new fishing pole or deal with field, whereas high anglers take house medals for his or her catches.

The occasion featured face portray, a dunking sales space, music and meals.

Blake Myers attended together with his son.

“It’s good. I like bonding with him and he’s just a mini me,” Myers mentioned. “I was taught at a young age, so now bring him out here and try to catch fish with him. He seems to enjoy it.”

Quigley mentioned the occasion is about greater than competitors.

“I think the best part for me is when the younger kids come in and they may not have the biggest or the largest fish, but whatever size fish they caught, they are very, very proud of it,” she mentioned.

Organizers mentioned the rodeo is about making recollections and constructing expertise.

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