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Camas Lily Days
Pockets of Camas Lilies are popping up all over the Camas Prairie, including the Centennial Marsh located about 13 miles west of Fairfield. It may take another week to reach the peak of blooms, but there are lots of birds to see and... the Camas County Chamber is hosting their Camas Lily Days this weekend. On Saturday, June 3rd, kids start the fun with the Fishing Derby at Kids Pond (1 mile east of town). Sign up is from 7-8 and the fishing is from 8 to 11. Don't have a pole? Don't worry. Fish & Game will be on hand with what you need. The Derby is free for kids 0 to 13 with lots of prizes for the various age groups. Meanwhile, the City Park will host craft vendors and music, and the Camas County PTO will hold a 5K/1m FUN RUN starting at 1:00 p.m. Dust off your running/walking shoes and enjoy a great day on the Camas Prairie. Other fundraising events include a Cornhole tournament starting at 2:00 and Volleyball at 3:00. These events will help fund fireworks for the 4th of July celebration. And don't forget to visit the Camas County Senior & Community Center just across the road from the park for their annual Yard Sale. On Sunday morning, the Chamber will be serving breakfast from 8 to 10 with the proceeds going to fireworks. At 10:30 the Community Church will hold Church in the Park. If our Idaho weather turns extra windy and wet, they will move back to their regular meeting place.
Free Fishing Day - June 10, 2023
Idaho's Free Fishing Day is a day to celebrate fishing in Idaho and no fishing license is required.
If you have never been fishing, Free Fishing Day is also a great day to learn. Fish and Game personnel and volunteers set up several free events at local fishing waters throughout the state to help first-timers discover the joys of fishing. There are a limited number of loaner rods and reels available to practice with but if you have your own equipment you are encouraged to bring it. All other fishing rules and regulations including creel limits, opening dates, and tackle restrictions remain in effect. Always check the seasons and rules for the water where you plan to go fishing.
News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
May 31, 2023
Vol 47 Num 22
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