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7th Annual Kids Fishing For Charity Event is a Success

Posted on: Jul 22, 2010

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Every year for the past 7 years, Eagle Claw has teamed up with the New Brunswick Sportsfishing Association to hold the Kids Fishing for Charity event. The most recent one for 2010 was held on July 10th. Jason, a dedicated volunteer, talks about the event and explains why the event is so important, what the average person can take away from the event, and how this event can change the lives of so many underprivileged children suffering from Juvenile Diabetes.

Kids line up and await the start of the tournament.

Heres what Jason had to say…

“The New Brunswick Sportsfishing Association just finishing holding their 7th Annual Kids Fishing for Charity Event on July 10, 2010. All money raised is donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. I am pleased to say we raised $2000.00 and the New Brunswick Government just announced that they will contribute $2.00 for every dollar we raised. Juvenile Diabetes strikes far too many of our children and each donation, no matter the size, takes us one step closer to finding a cure for this terrible disease. In 2010, the event collected and donated $6000.00 to this worth-while cause. 

Out of all the tournaments throughout the year this is the one I enjoy the most. Just to see all of the smiles on of all the kids’ faces. This event also gives kids a chance that they might not normally get: a chance to go fishing and to get in a fancy bass boat and experience the thrill of fishing.

We have Angel boaters that do not have their own children to take. So they volunteer their time and boat for such a worthy event. Angel boaters are willing to take one (1) child and their parent/guardian into this event. The entry fee is $25.00 per boat which goes towards our donation. 

The kids are split up into 3 groups for this event. The group’s ages are 6 to 8, 9 to 11, and 12 to 15. The first group was set at 6 to 8 but every year we see more and more eager anglers under 6 signing up for this event. 

Until 2 years ago, I was an Angel Boater. At that time my daughter was 4 and she decided she was old enough to start fishing tournaments. She has won a trophy both years she has fished. The way she is going I might have to expand my fishing room to hold all her trophies. Rumor has it that the Eagle Claw scouts have their eye on her. 

The target species are Yellow Perch, Chain Pickerel, and Smallmouth Bass. Each child is allowed to bring one of each species in to be measured. Our Tournament Advisor also volunteers his time and experience to measure and release all the fish. 

Every child receives a participation medallion and a grab bag with goodies like Eagle Claw hooks, soft baits, books, and even a Dave Mercer Bobble head. Trophies are awarded for the three top fish in every category. Every child is giving a chance to pick one gift from the prize table that was donated from generous people and companies. The prizes ranged from rod and reel combos to a Super Soaker squirt gun. In addition to the prizes, five bikes were donated as a special draw for the kids. With 56 kids fishing this year, it made many children happy and enlightened a few people’s minds. 

After the kids weighed in their fish they were treated to a BBQ, snacks, and cake. 

I would like to thank everyone that helped make this Annual Event such a great success. My daughter is already making plans for next year.

I am grateful to be fortunate enough to belong to an organization that has the same passion about taking care of our sport and resources to provide our kids a chance to enjoy this sport for years to come.”          – Jason

Jason sits with his daughter while everybody enjoys a BBQ.

Do your part to help out when necessary. Eagle Claw is a proud partner of the Kids Fishing Derby and we understand the significance of the help we can give. Thank you, Jason, for such a wonderful and inspiring event that you dedicate so much of your time and efforts to. Eagle Claw, along with millions of other people, are proud and thankful for the determination and understanding you give to the children with Juvenile Diabetes.