MidWest Outdoors

Take Kids Fishing Events in Wisconsin
2026-06-06 08:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-07 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
Union Sportsmen’s Alliance to Host Free Take Kids Fishing Events in Wisconsin
Join the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA) in helping create lasting memories for families at Wisconsin Take Kids Fishing Events in Eau Claire, Madison, La Crosse and Beloit June 6-7. We invite you to these free, public events where registered youths will receive a free fishing rod and reel.

What:
Hosted by the USA, Building and Construction Trades Council of Western Wisconsin, Building and Construction Trades Council of South Central Wisconsin and the Western Wisconsin AFL-CIO, volunteers representing local labor unions will provide hands-on fishing instruction and assistance. Youths and their families will learn fishing techniques, safety and conservation.
When and Where:

Eau Claire
Saturday, June 6 | 8 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Braun’s Bay
Eau Claire, WI 54703

Madison
Saturday, June 6 | 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Vilas Park
1400 Vilas Park Drive | Madison, WI | 53715

La Crosse
Saturday, June 6 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Chad Erickson Memorial Park
3601 Park Ln Dr | La Crosse, WI | 54601

Beloit
Sunday, June 7 | 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Riverside Park
1254 S. Riverside Drive | Beloit, WI | 53511
Who:
Organized by the USA, the events are part of a series of free, community-based youth outreach activities underWork Boots on the Ground—the USA’s flagship conservation program. All youths must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or chaperone.
Why:
These family-friendly events are designed to spark a lifelong passion for the outdoors in youths. As today’s outdoor enthusiasts fuel billions in retail sales and contribute millions to conservation and wildlife management through federal excise taxes, the future of our outdoor heritage depends on engaging the next generation—now.
Take Kids Fishing Day offers hands-on activities that introduce children from all backgrounds to the wonders of nature, while spotlighting the powerful connection between outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship. It helps cultivate tomorrow’s conservation leaders by giving kids a meaningful start in the great outdoors.

For info: unionsportsmen.org/upcoming-events/work-boots-on-the-ground

Wild Rose – Oakwood Gun and Knife Show
2026-08-23 09:00 - 15:00
August 23

Wild Rose – Oakwood Bar, Restaurant and Campground Gun and Knife Show at Oakwood Bar, Restaurant and Campground, N5428 24th Ave., Wild Rose, WI 54984.

Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission $5, children under 12 free with paying adult.

For info: Acorn Valley Outfitters, Mark Laroux, (920) 454-0924, mjlaroux@gmail.com.

Dousman Gun and Outdoors Show
2026-08-21 15:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-22 08:00 - 15:00
August 21-22

Dousman Gun and Outdoors Show at Dousman Lions Club Community Center, 235 N Main St., Dousman, WI 53118.

Hours: Friday 3 – 8 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission $10.

For info: Freedom Firearms, (920) 509-0080, freedomfirearmsnow@yahoo.com, concealcarrynow.com.

Neillsville Gun, Ammo & Accessory Show
2026-08-14 12:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-15 08:00 - 14:00
August 14-15

Neillsville Gun, Ammo & Accessory Show at American Legion Post 73, #6 Boon Blvd. (1 – Block off Hwy 10), Neillsville, WI 54456.

Hours: Friday: 12 – 6 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Admission $5, children under 12 free.

For info: Gun Buyer Gun Shows, B.J. Keating, (608) 548-4867, keating84@ymail.com.

Chris and Rob’s Superior Gun Show
2026-07-24 14:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-25 09:00 - 16:00
July 24-25

Chris and Rob’s Superior Gun Show at Belgian Club, 3931 E 2nd St., Superior, WI 54880.

Hours: Friday 2 – 8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission $5 good for both days.

For info: Chris Page, (715) 222-9079, ccguns@mail.com.

Dan and Connie’s Fishing Classic at Sand Lake
2026-08-22 07:00 - 16:00
August 22

Dan and Connie’s Fishing Classic. A musky fishing tournament on Big Sand Lake headquartered at Sand Lake Pub, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For info: Sand Lake Pub, 715-545-3200, facebook.com/SandLakePub.

National Championship Musky Open
2026-08-20 06:00 - 2026-08-23 22:00
August 20-23

National Championship Musky Open, headquarters at Vilas County Fairgrounds on Highway 70 West.

Fishing hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day.

For info: Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center at 800-359-6315,

Presque Isle Kids Fishing Days
2026-07-15 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-29 10:00 - 13:00
July 15 & 29

Presque Isle Kids Fishing Days at Lynx Lake Resort & Bar, 10683 County Hwy B, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A fun morning of fishing!

For info: Presque Isle Chamber of Commerce, 715-686-2910.

K/D Salmon Tournament on Lake Michigan
2026-07-10 - 2026-07-19
July 10-19

K/D Salmon Tournament—

The tournament is an amateur sport fishing tournament that will run for 10 consecutive days on Lake Michigan. Anglers will compete off of the Kewaunee County/Door County shorelines for top prizes.

The winner with the heaviest salmon will get a check for $15,000 as well as a silver salmon ring, and have their fish mounted for free.

For info: gofishwisconsin@gmail.com, Kevin Naze, (920) 883-9792.

Muncie Gun Show
2026-08-22 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-23 09:00 - 15:00
August 22-23

Muncie Gun Show at Delaware County Fairgrounds, 1210 N Wheeling Ave., Muncie, IN 47303.

Hours: Saturday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission $6, children 12 and under free.

For info: Central Indiana Gun Shows, cigshows@gmail.com, centralindianagunshows.com.

Bluffton Gun Show
2026-08-01 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-02 09:00 - 15:00
August 1-2

Bluffton Gun Show at Wells County Fairgrounds, 1240 4 H Park Rd., Bluffton, IN 46714.

Hours: Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission $6, children 12 and under free.

For info: Central Indiana Gun Shows, cigshows@gmail.com, centralindianagunshows.com.

Greensburg Gun Show
2026-07-25 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-26 08:00 - 15:00
July 25-26

Greensburg Gun Show at Decatur County Fairgrounds, 1635 W Park Rd., Greensburg, IN 47240.

Hours: Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission $6, children 12 and under with paying adult.

For info: Central Indiana Gun Shows, cigshows@gmail.com, centralindianagunshows.com.

Miamitown Gun & Knife Show
2026-07-04 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-11 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-18 07:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-25 07:00 - 12:00
July 4, 11, 18, 25

Miamitown Gun & Knife Show at Miamitown Gun and Knife Show, 10995 Oakridge Dr., Harrison, OH 45041.

Hours: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Admission: $5, children 12 and under free.

For info: West 275 Properties, David Bryan, (513) 253-5912.

Bass Junkies Tournament at Wawasee
2026-08-23
Aug 23

Bass Junkies Tournament at Wawasee, DNR ramp. $50 entry fee. For info: Scott Sizemore, 260-302-6515.

Protackle Weekend Series Bass Tournaments at Tippecanoe
2026-08-15
August 15

Protackle Weekend Series Bass Tournaments at Tippecanoe, Dance Hall Ramp.

Entry $80, no membership required.

For info: David Rosenberry 260-402-6114.

Weekend Anglers Bass Tournament at Clear Lake
2026-08-15
August 15

Weekend Anglers Bass Tournament at Clear Lake, Marina Ramp.

Entry: $75, includes Big Bass. No Membership Fee. 50/50 raffle towards Classic payout.

For info: Mark Weaver, mjweaver4010@gmail.com.

Bass 2 Bass Tournament at WebsterLake
2026-08-15
August 15

Bass 2 Bass Tournament at WebsterLake, Backwaters Ramp.

For info: Jim Graham, 260-403-2672 jimgraham1@live.com, Bass2bassfishing.com.

USA Bassin IN-56 Bass Tournament at Pine Lake
2026-08-09
August 9

USA Bassin IN-56 Bass Tournament at Pine Lake, Stone Ramp.

For info: 219-669-9818 .

Bass 2 Bass Tournament at St. Clair Lake
2026-07-26
July 26

Bass 2 Bass Tournament at St. Clair Lake, Harley Ensign Ramp.

For info: Jim Graham, 260-403-2672 jimgraham1@live.com, Bass2bassfishing.com.
