C.A.S.T. for Kids – Winchester

05/07/2026

This is a private event for adults, ages 18 and over. Individuals from the community are invited to volunteer. Contact Event Coordinator with questions.

registration for this event will open about 3 months prior to the event date

Join Us!

This is a C.A.S.T. for Kids event designed to provide adults with special needs (minimum age 18) the opportunity to enjoy a quality outdoor recreational experience through the sport of fishing. Join us for an unforgettable morning of fishing and celebrating amazing adults! Choose how you’d like to register.

What to Expect at a C.A.S.T. Event

C.A.S.T. for Kids events are designed for individuals with special needs. Events are free for individuals to attend, and all participants leave with their very own fishing equipment! Participants must be accompanied by their caregiver for the ENTIRE event.

Upon arrival, please check in at the event registration table. You and your participant will be paired with a volunteer for approximately 2-3 hours of fishing. The fishing is followed by lunch for everyone and an awards ceremony for the participants. A day of joy and celebration for all!

Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Contact the event coordinator with any questions. Once registered, event details will be sent to you via email and text within two weeks prior to the event day.

We look forward to fishing with you!

Event Details

Event Date: 05/07/2026
Start Time: 8:30 am
Event Type: Shore

Event Coordinator:

Steven Shafran
winchester@castforkids.org
(520) 247-0533

Event Address

Winchester Frederick County Conservation Club
517 Siler Road
Winchester, VA 22603

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Volunteer Information

Anyone with a heart to serve adults with special needs is invited to volunteer! Fishing experience is not required. On average, volunteers serve 6 hours the day of the event. Shore Volunteers are needed to assist with set-up and organization, registration and sign-in process, photo process, fishing with adults, preparing for and serving lunch, celebrating the adults, clean up and more.

Registration is required. All volunteers 13-17 years of age must have a registration form completed by parent/guardian.  Our 13–15 year-old volunteers must have either a parent or guardian on site. We ask that all volunteers’ children aged 12 and under stay at home so that our volunteers can give their undivided attention to our event participants.

Contact the event coordinator with any questions. Once registered, event details will be sent to you via email and text within two weeks prior to the event day. We look forward to serving with you!

Donate Today

Your financial support provides opportunities for adults with special needs and their families to experience a day of fishing and brings a community together. Local donations along with the Foundation’s financial support provide everything needed for this special experience. We would love for you to get involved and see the impact your financial gift makes. Volunteers are needed at every C.A.S.T. for Kids event, and although we do this for the participants, often we are the ones who experience the greatest joy!

“We had a wonderful time. This event was needed. It is a wonderful experience for families like mine. The volunteers were extremely patient and helpful and it went perfectly. Encouraging to see volunteers are open minded and patient with participants and their families.” - Parent of Participant

Saugatuck River participant holding fish
participant showing off fish at Saugatuck River
Saugatuck River group photo
three participants at Saugatuck River

Event Sponsors

We sincerely thank all our sponsors who make this C.A.S.T. for Kids event possible!

“It made my heart happy because it was so rewarding. Seeing their joy brought me a deep sense of fulfillment. My favorite is the award ceremony, watching the excitement light up everyone’s faces.” - Shore Volunteer

Registration Links