VFW’s annual Fishing Rodeo set for Saturday

VFW Post 5064 will hold its annual Fishing Rodeo Saturday, June 4 at the Gribble Farm Lake on Shellsford Road. All mentally and physically challenged individuals are invited to attend and there is no age limit. The site is wheelchair accessible.

Fishing poles and bait will be provided by the organizers, and participation is free to all.

The event has been going on since around 1969, according to Joe Gribble, who owns the lake with his twin brother. The day gives those who attend a chance to enjoy some sun, fun and fishing and a picnic-style lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs, and other refreshments. Around 60 anglers showed up at the rodeo last year and ended up catching some pretty impressive strings of fish.