“We loved it so much! It was a huge blessing to receive the equipment and the boat captains were so patient and motivated to teach the kids a new skill. My son loved fishing and felt real special receiving the plaque, he hung it up on his wall as soon as we got home! More events like this are needed!”
“Awesome program that helped my daughter realize what she could do, helped us as parents see what she could do, helped the volunteers see what she could do, helped those watching see what she could do. Profound success.”
This is a C.A.S.T. for Kids event designed to provide children with disabilities, ages 5 – 18, the opportunity to enjoy a quality outdoor recreational experience through the sport of fishing. Take to the water with C.A.S.T. for an unforgettable morning of fishing and boating!
Event Location
Emigrant Lake
Medford, Oregon (map)
Event Contacts
Event Coordinator
Jay Yelas
541-602-9823
Email
Video From A Memorable C.A.S.T. for Kids Moment
Event Photos
Event Itinerary
Our C.A.S.T. for Kids events include lots of fun and celebration! You can expect 2-3 hours of fishing, a delicious lunch and an awards celebration where your child will receive a personalized plaque. This is a day of fishing your child will never forget!
Thanks To Our Event Sponsors
Willie Boats, Arthur Dubs Foundation, Middle Rogue Steelheaders, Ashland Lions club, The ARC of Jackson county, U.S. Bureau of Land management, Lews, Cadence fishing, Flambeau
Read About Past Events
2018 Event Recap
Our second annual CAST for Kids event on Emigrant Lake was a huge success on July 14, 2018. 40 participants and their families enjoyed a fabulous morning of fishing with many different species of fish being caught including: crappie, smallmouth, largemouth, trout, yellow perch, bluegill and catfish. The community really supported the event, as a dozen shore volunteers and 31 boat captains volunteered their Saturday morning to take the kids and their families fishing, and everyone had a great time. The Ashland and Keno Lions Club teamed up to once again cook lunch for everybody. It was a beautiful, sunny summer day!
2017 Event Recap
A beautiful summer day greeted the 34 participants and their families. A trout farm stocked 2000 trout the morning of the event, but very few were caught due to the 75 degree water. Lots of warm water fish were caught. This first time event was a thrill for all. Willie Boats sponsored the event, and many of their employees came out as volunteer boaters and shore volunteers.