The Fishing Foundation

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Every month, we highlight the Hooked comic from Cleveland nonprofit The Fishing Foundation with an excerpt from their book "Learn to Fish, a Step-by-step Guide for Beginning Anglers" 🎣

This month, the club learns all about fishing line.

Read the excerpt: https://go.signalcleveland.org/3W0vnxH.

Cleveland Metroparks
BIG Disappointment!

While fishing at the East 55th Street Marina, near the Cleveland Metroparks restaurant, one of my fishing buddies, Herb W. and I were approached by two Cleveland Metroparks’ employees. The restaurant manager, who claimed to be the owner of the facility and dock hand. They insisted that we could not fish within 300 feet of the dock.”

We explained that Lake Erie waters are public space, that no one owns the water, and there is no signage stating that we were not allowed to fish within 300 feet of the dock.

They responded that a sign prohibiting people from fishing within 300 feet of the dock is forthcoming. Hmmmm! We requested that they call the Coast Guard so we could resolve the matter immediately. At that point, they walked away, and we continued to fish.

Subsequently, I spoke with Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Cuyahoga County Wildlife Officer, Michael G. about this incident and asked if there were any areas within the East 55th Street Marina where boaters are prohibited from fishing. He said, “No, you had every right to fish all the waters at the East 55th Street Marina. Nothing is off limits. By fishing there, you broke no laws.”

I’m in contact with The Cleveland Metroparks executive staff: Brian Zimmerman, The Cleveland Metroparks CEO, [email protected] and Joseph Roszak, COO, [email protected] requesting a response as to whether a 300-foot restriction exists around its docks. As well, is a sign forthcoming stating that fishing is not allowed in the area. If not, I would like an explanation for their employees’ actions.

More to come…Dennis

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“Hooked” appears in , an online newsroom in northeast Ohio. The comic strip presents fun facts, information, and commentary about the sport of fishing while encouraging people to enjoy two of northeast Ohio’s greatest resources, fresh waterways and green spaces.

Recent catches and releases...

So proud!
Won 3rd place at the (Ohio Bass Federation) (OBF), Region 3 fishing tournament held at the Ohio River in the Co-Angler division. Co-Anglers are non-boat owners who fish from the back of the boater’s boat. OBF is Ohio's largest organized bass fishing federation. There are six regions throughout the state. Most fun of all was hanging out for four days with my friends from my two bass clubs, (North Coast Bass Anglers Association) and (Cool Running).

This week, we went fishing with Hermanas Entering Reality (H.E.R.), from Max S. Hayes Career and Technical High School!

H.E.R. is designed to educate young ladies in self-esteem, etiquette, life skills, career exploration, job readiness skills, and socio-emotional learning skills.

We were happy to have them out in Oberlin with us, and it looked like we found some natural anglers!

“And the Winners Are?”

We had tons of fun at The Fishing Foundation’s Youth Fishing Derby at Camp George Forbes in Highland Hills, Ohio, sponsored by Big Brothers Big Sister’s of Cleveland, Alpha Phi Alpha, Delta Alpha Lambda Chapter, Cleveland Metroparks and St. Luke’s Foundation. We caught fish – the teens with the biggest fish received a prize of a tackle box full of goodies, and a BBBS swag bag. All youth participants received a complimentary copy of our book, “Learn to Fish: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginning Anglers, and a free rod and reel.

Click the link in our bio to visit our website and learn more about the Fishing Foundation!

Rods and reels - check!

Bait - check!

Drinks & snacks - check!

We’re ready for an awesome day of fishing with beginning anglers at our first event of the year!

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Join us for games, mentoring, and a delicious lunch provided, as we partner with The Fishing Foundation, Alpha Phi Alpha ,and Cleveland Metroparks Youth Outdoors to teach basic fishing techniques, environmental conservation principles, and the importance of respecting aquatic habitats. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity for a day of learning and outdoor fun! 🎣🌳

Dive into a day of Fishing Fun on Saturday, May 11, from 11 AM to 2 PM at Camp George Forbes (25440 Harvard Rd., Highland Hills, OH 44122).

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Attended the Cool Running Bass Club’s yearly awards banquet earlier this week in Willoughby, Ohio. They recognized the top anglers of 2023.

How I wound up at this event is a story worth sharing. A couple years ago, my fishing club, North Coast Bass Anglers Association of Cleveland, Ohio, a predominately black club, and Cool Running, an all-white club, each operating independently of one another for close to three decades teamed up thanks to our shared passion for fishing.

In a world often divided by boundaries, our common goals of catching fish, becoming better anglers and passion for being outdoors has forged a deep connection between individuals who might otherwise never connect. At our meetings, tournaments, and social gatherings we laugh, share, hug, talk “smack,” respectfully and honestly.

The banquet included a delicious dinner, adult beverages, handing out awards, a recap of 2023 season, and what’s in store this year. Ray Gray, a member of Cool Running and North Coast, was recognized as angler of the year. I picked up a plaque for winning one tournament.

As our evening ended, I realized that the “catch of the day” was the emerging bond between Cool Running and North Coast.
I encourage anyone reading this to go fishing with family and friends, and discover the unique connection that comes from fishing.

Good fishing, DJK