Youth Fishing Fun Day at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge

In partnership with the Friends of Blackwater and the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park, Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge will hold their annual Youth Fishing Fun Day on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. This free family-friendly event will be held at “Hog Range” Pond behind the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center, located off Route 335. Young people 15 years old and under can pre-register for the event beginning May 1 by calling 410-228-2677 or register at the event on June 7. Fishing will begin at 9:00 am and end around 1:00 pm.

Poles and bait provided, or bring your own. Free hot dog lunch and goodies to first 100 registered youth. Roving staff and volunteers will be on hand to assist youth with fishing.

Parents should note that this is a non-competitive, catch-and-release event, meant to introduce children to the fun of fishing. Any snakeheads that are caught may be kept, but cannot be transported live. No pets are allowed at this event. If you have any questions, please email us at fw5rw_BWNWR@fws.gov.

Directions to Hog Range Pond: From Route 50 in Cambridge, turn onto Route 16 West. Travel approximately 7 miles to Church Creek. Turn left onto Route 335. Travel approximately 5 miles. Once you pass Key Wallace Drive on your left, turn right at the entrance to the Harriet Tubman Visitor Center. Park in the secondary parking lot next to the pavilion behind the Tubman Visitor Center. For further information and pre-registration, call 410-228-2677.