Manteo’s 6th annual Kids Fishing Tournament this Saturday

The Town of Manteo will be hosting the 6th Annual Kids Fishing Tournament Saturday, August 10 at the Roanoke Island Maritime Museum on the Manteo Waterfront, 104 Fernando Street.

The tournament is free and open to kids ages 4 to 17 years old. Registration begins at 8 am at the Maritime Museum with lines in at 8:15 am. Fish from all downtown docks from the boat ramp to the net shed. Awards and a cookout for all participants will be held at 11:45 am.

Awards will be presented for the top three fish, smallest fish, most unusual fish, and biggest fish in each age category.

Bait will be provided. Bring your own rod and reel, bucket, and tackle. Kids 16 and older must have a current NC Saltwater Fishing License.

For additional information call the Museum at 252-475-1750 or email sailing@manteonc.gov.

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