27-05-2025
First responders teach kids to fish at East Hartford's annual fishing derby
EAST HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Over 100 middle school students in East Hartford attended East Hartford Police's Annual Fishing Derby Tuesday, an event encouraging children to get outdoors and learn something new.
'It's actually a reward for perfect attendance, student of the month, some students who have overcome some pretty significant obstacles this year,' East Hartford Middle School social worker Shannon Russell said.
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A number of first responders- including police officers and firefighters- participated in the event, which has been held for the past 11 years.
Kids not only learned how to cast their line, but they also had the chance to participate in canoeing, archery and volleyball.
'When they're off their screens it's always a good thing,' sixth-grade teacher Brian Douglas said. 'Fishing is so inexpensive, you buy a rod for $15 to $20, you're good for the whole entire day.'
Thanks to Cabela's, which sponsored the event, the students received a free fishing rod.
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