DNR State Fair Fishin’ Pond
Aug 2, 2024, 9:30 AM - 7:30 PM
presented by Department of Natural Resources
Fishing Volunteers Needed! Have a few hours of fun helping children learn the joy of catching fish.
The DNR State Fishin’ Pond, started in 2006, gives children ages 5-17 the chance to fish for free during the State Fair. Each year, thousands of kids fish at the pond. For many of them, it is their first fishing experience. The program would not be such a success without the help of wonderful volunteers.
Registration for State Fair Fishin’ Pond shifts occurs from mid-May through mid-August. Would you like to volunteer? DNR recruits hundreds of people to help during the fair. Volunteers receive free admission to the fair, a free T-shirt, and the opportunity to fish with kids for a few hours at the pond. If you don’t like touching worms, getting fishy, or standing in the sun, we also have other volunteer needs. The pond has four volunteer stations, and each volunteer session is four hours.
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Volunteer Details:
- Indiana State Fairgrounds
1202 E 38th St
Indianapolis, IN 46205
The fishing pond is located next to the DNR building. Please meet at the garage structure on the north side of the fishing pond. - Hundreds of volunteers are needed
- Positions include:
- Guides: You will show families where to register, guide them to available fishing stations, and help where extra hands are needed.
- Registration: You will help parents register their kids to fish.
- Fishing: You will work directly with the kids and their families around the pond. You will assist 2-3 kids at a time during their fishing experience and help bait hooks, cast the cane pole, catch fish, and return fish to the water
- Equipment: You will tie knots to hooks and supply the fishing crew with ready-to-go cane poles.
Dates and Times:
- Select Days 8/2-8/20
- 9:30A-7:30P
Volunteer sign-up and training:
- Sign up with DNR
- Background Check Required
Volunteer benefits:
- Free Parking Pass
- Free entry to fair
- Volunteer t-shirt
Volunteer Requirements:
- Come prepared with sun protection (sunscreen and sunglasses), water, snacks, comfortable footwear, and rain gear if the the forecast calls for it.
