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Local Fishing For The Kids in Hampton Roads

August 7, 2025

🎣 Family & Kids Fishing Events in Hampton Roads – Local Programs, Lessons & Outdoor Fun

Looking for ways to introduce your child to the joy of fishing? Hampton Roads offers a variety of family-friendly fishing events, youth fishing clinics, and learn-to-fish programs perfect for beginners and young anglers. Whether your kids are just getting started or looking to improve their fishing skills, these local events provide hands-on experience in a safe, supportive, and fun environment.

These kid-focused fishing events are a great way for families to enjoy time outdoors while learning about water safety, local ecosystems, and responsible fishing practices.

Upcoming opportunities for the kids to learn about and/or test out their fishing skills! Add to this free listing here.

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Written by Charlotte Moore

Owner & Founder of MyActiveChild.com | People & Programs Connector | Mom & MilSpouse

Tags: Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Chesapeake Parks & Rec, Family Fishing, Fishing, Fishing with Kids, Learn to fish, Northwest River Park, and Sandy Bottom Nature Park
Categories: BIG LISTS, Chesapeake, Events, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, and Yorktown

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