Published March 28. 2022 02:45PM
Young people across Pennsylvania enjoyed a day of fishing Saturday on Mentored Youth Trout Fishing Day.
To participate, youth under the age of 16 must have either a free Mentored Youth Permit or a Voluntary Youth Fishing License, which costs $2.97, and be accompanied by a licensed adult angler.
For each Voluntary Youth License purchased (or voucher once it is redeemed), the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission receives $5 back in funding as a federal reimbursement. These funds are dedicated to be used in youth outreach and education programs.
The commission receives no federal reimbursement for Mentored Youth Permits.
A day of fishing on Mentored Youth Trout Fishing Day at the Mahoning Creek just off Route 443, Lehighton. JAMES LOGUE JR./SPECIAL TO THE TIMES NEWS
Cameron Goodchild, Albrightsville, with one of the fish he caught.