There will be Youth Fishing Derbies in the Kisatchie National Forest on June 3 and June 10 on  Stuart Lake (June 3) Bombing Range Pond (June 3), and Kincaid Lake west boat ramp (June 10)

The Derbies are free and open to children ages 2 – 12. Bring Fishing gear, bait, water, sunscreen, and chairs. Adults may cast for children, but are not allowed to reel in the fish. Space is limited on the Stuart Lake (Catahoula Ranger District) and Bombing Range Pond (Winn Ranger District) derbies so registration forms must be completed and turned in to the district prior to the fishing derby. For more details, email stacy.blomquist@usda.gov

The USDA Forest Service and Kent Plantation House invite children of all ages to the Annual Kent House Bug & Reptile Day at the Kent Plantation House, 3601 Bayou Rapides Road, Alexandria, LA, on Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 9am to 1pm. The entry fee is $2.00 for ages 3 and up (cash only, please). There will be bug & reptile encounters galore. Come hold a bug or even eat one if you dare! Concessions and t-shirts will also be available for purchase. For more information, call 318-487-5998.

Pineville First United Methodist Church presents Stellar VBS from Monday, June 12th through Friday, June 16th 9am-Noon each day.  It’s Free and open to all children Age 4 – 12. Register online at www.pinevillefumc.org or contact Pineville First United Methodist Church during office hours at 318-640-1050.