It was a gorgeous, sunny, 72° day in Lakeland this morning (5.18.19) for the Annual Children’s Fishing Rodeo at IH Park Lake for children ages 4-12 accompanied by an adult.
The event was hosted by the Lakeland Parks and Recreation Department staff and sponsored by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) and the Lakeland Lions Club.
The free Rodeo included seven, 15- minute sessions. Children were awarded prizes at every session. Trophies also were given for the longest fish, most fish caught – boy, and most fish caught – girl.
Kim Odom, special events coordinator for Lakeland, said more than 100 children registered.
Overall winners
Most fish caught – Girl: Madison Wright, caught 5, age – 9, Shelby Oaks Elementary
Most fish caught – Boy: Alex Lewis, caught 25, age – 5, Lakeland Elementary School (LES)
Longest fish – Connor Clanton 24.5 inches, age – 10, LES
In the first 15-minute session of the morning winners were:
First girl of first session – Avery Simons, seven-years-old, student LES
First boy of the first session was Leo Kimery, a nine-year-old from Millington Elementary School.
Google album for Rodeo: https://photos.app.goo.gl/cvWHPbR9K3E5G73y7
Volunteers included Barbara Taylor, Scott Robbins and André Nolan along with eight student volunteers. A number of City staff members also helped with the event along with Shelby County Sheriff’s Office deputies and volunteer reserve Sheriff’s deputies.
… Photos by Jim Willis, Lakeland Currents
