PINKHAM NOTCH, N.H. – The White Mountain National Forest’s 17th annual Kids Free Fishing Day will happen on Saturday, June 7, at the pond at Wildcat Ski Area, Route 16, south of Gorham.

Kids age 15 and under are invited to fish from 9 a.m. to noon, followed by afternoon fishing for all ages. There is no charge for the day, no fishing license is necessary and all are welcome.

U.S. Forest Service Fisheries Biologist Jay Milot will be on shore to offer kids one-on-one instruction in rigging gear and all things having to do with fish and fishing.

The morning will feature a casting event, learning stations covering a variety of aquatic topics and a fishing pool for the youngest anglers. Prizes will be awarded at noon, along with a special raffle to be held in memory of Eric Swett, a Forest Service employee who loved fishing, kids and the White Mountains.

The event is made possible with support of local businesses and partners.

The day will happen rain or shine. Kids should bring an adult and their own gear. For more information, call the Forest Service at 466-2713 (TTY 603-466-2856).