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UW Sociology Class Creates Survey for C.A.S.T.

C.A.S.T. and the University of Washington, Department of Sociology, have partnered this summer to create an evaluation survey and program for the C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation. Nika Kabiri, Instructor of the Practicum in Social Research course, and five student researchers: Colleen Aragon, Ana Cecena, Shih Lin, Ji Yi, and Herbert Gundran, collaborated with Andrea Estes, Operations Manager, to create and implement this survey. The students and teachers set-up a simulated client-consultant scenario in order to extract the needed information and goals of the project. They then created a 3 part questionnaire that covered the demographics of the participants at C.A.S.T. events, a follow-up survey on the effects the event had on participants and their families, and a questionnaire covering the boaters involved. The information derived from this survey will enable C.A.S.T. to better serve its children and further its mission. C.A.S.T. will be implementing the survey on a national basis starting as soon as possible.



First Fishing Kids Event in Kansas!

July 10, 2008 was the first Fishing Kids event ever held outside the state of Washington and the first of its kind in Kansas. It was held at Grove Park in Wichita for 50 at-risk youth. This event was made possible by the Kansas State Troopers Association, Kansas Highway Patrol, Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks, Wichita Police Department, Family Services Institute, Weed & Seed, Dellrose United Methodist Church and C.A.S.T. For Kids Foundation. All of the children received a Zebco Rod and Reel, small tackle box supplied by Wildlife & Parks and Fishing Kids T-shirt. Before hitting the water, the children learned about bullying, gangs and seatbelt education. They also learned some fishing techniques from Conservation and Enforcement Officer Jason Barker. ... Click here for more info



Another great year at Waitts Lake, Spokane, WA

Waitts Lake fished 20 special children this year with some returning participants from 07'! ... Click for post-event details

August 30
Douglas Lake
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September 06
Lake Washington
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September 07
Hagg Lake
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September 07
Leesylvania State Park
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September 13
Lake Thunderbird
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September 13
Lake Perris
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September 13
Lake Powell
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Message from Clay:

Sometimes, I feel like the luckiest man alive. I know some people look at me and feel sympathy because of my condition. I look at my condition (physical limitations) as one of God’s best blessings on my life. My condition has given me opportunities to go and do things beyond my wildest dreams. It has also given me opportunities to inspire others to do likewise. I believe we have a responsibility regardless of our station in life to help others who might be similarly situated find happiness and peace irrespective of their circumstances. Remember, if I can you can.

For more information on Clay and his career, please visit www.teamdyer.com. Clay will be present at an occasional C.A.S.T. Event when his schedule allows, however we will not know until a week or so ahead of time so keep an eye out!
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