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Anglers enjoy more catching than fishing at Bowden Youth Fishing Derby

No one went home empty-handed on Saturday as Bowden State Hatchery in Randolph County hosted its free youth fishing derby.

Emily Chen ·

No one went home empty-handed on Saturday as Bowden State Hatchery in Randolph County hosted its free youth fishing derby.

The free derby gave young anglers a hands-on reason to spend the day outdoors at Bowden State Hatchery, with fishing, food and a community setting built around West Virginia's streams and hatchery traditions.

Why It Matters

Events like this help introduce the next generation to outdoor recreation while highlighting Randolph County as a family-friendly destination for fishing and public lands.

Source: WBOY TV — General. Original report.

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