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Fishing Derby

Best ways to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day in Arkansas

Sep. 20, 2023

AGFC opens up fall fishing derbies with the ‘Big Catch’ at Lake Valencia Sept. 16

Sep. 13, 2023

Remember to register for a free fishing derby this weekend

Jun. 7, 2023

Free Fishing Weekend slated for June 9-11

May. 31, 2023

Trout day returns to central Arkansas

Jan. 18, 2023

5 ways to introduce new hunters and anglers to the fold on National Hunting and Fishing Day

Sep. 21, 2022

Seniors’ fishing derby returns to Maumelle

Sep. 7, 2022

Arkansas fish hatcheries ready to host families for Free Fishing Weekend derbies

Jun. 6, 2022

AGFC’s hatcheries, 30 other locations provide free fishing opportunities June 11

Jun. 1, 2022

Marion expects big turnout for Family Fun Day Saturday

May. 18, 2022

AGFC hosts seniors’ fishing event

Sep. 8, 2021

AGFC fishing event at Redfield City Park Pond

Jun. 23, 2021

AGFC releasing tagged catfish just in time for The Big Catch

May. 19, 2021

AGFC to host family fishing event in Pine Bluff

May. 11, 2021

Wynne Sports Complex opens with AGFC family fishing event

May. 5, 2021

New program opens doors to natural education

Apr. 29, 2021

Coronavirus slows Arkansas fish hatcheries, halts 2020 striped bass project

Apr. 22, 2020

Fort Smith nature center hosting couples trout-fishing derby

Feb. 6, 2019