Bill Phelps Kid's Fishing Day

  • Where: Silver Lagoon in McCormick Park 53 Cottonwood St. Missoula, MT
  • When: May 9th, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Join Missoula Parks & Recreation and the Phelps family for an unforgettable Kids' Fishing Day at Silver Lagoon!
Honor the late Bill Phelps as you cast your line, reel in a whopper, and compete for epic prizes—biggest, smallest, most fish caught, and youngest angler. Don't miss the fun!

- Limited bait and fishing poles available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Kids 11 & under: No fishing license required.
- Kids 12-14: Must have an FWP Conservation License.
- Catch and release encouraged.

Event and pond improvements supported by a family donation in memory of Bill Phelps.

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