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Hook 'Em With Heroes

Sandy Shore Recreation Area - 1148 S Lake Dr, Watertown, SD 605-882-5392
August 7th, 2027
Starts at 3:00 pm, ends at 6:00 pm

Cast a line, learn something new, and enjoy a day of fishing fun at Sandy Shore Recreation Area! This free, family friendly event is packed with hands on activities and opportunities to connect with local community heroes.
Activities include:
Boat fishing, shore fishing, fish identification & Gyotaku fish printing, make your own snackle box, backyard bass casting game, mobile aquarium, TIPs trailer, jig making, “Protect and Serve” ice cream from the Watertown Police Department, and more.
Stick around for a free will hotdog and hamburger supper provided by the Fraternal Order of Police – Lodge #6 and Mothers of Peace Officers. All proceeds support the Veterans Rod Building Class hosted at Pelican Lake this winter.
Meet officers and staff from:
South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks; Codington County Sheriff’s Office; South Dakota Highway Patrol; Watertown Police Department; U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; Watertown Fire Rescue; Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI); Codington County Search & Rescue.
Come enjoy a day outdoors and support a great cause!