Lake Thicketty Fishing Rodeo - Cherokee County

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Lake Thicketty Fishing Rodeo - Cherokee County

Thanks for your interest in our Fishing Rodeos! This is a great community event that provides youth the opportunity to catch fish.

By SCDNR Aquatic Education

Date and time

Saturday, May 4 · 9am - 12pm EDT

Location

Lake Thicketty

Trout View Road Gaffney, SC 29341

About this event

  • 3 hours

Thanks for your interest in our Fishing Rodeos! This is a great community event that provides youth the opportunity to catch fish. This event is at Lake Thicketty in Cherokee County. This event runs from 9:00am-12:00pm. Please arrive 15-30 minutes early to allow time to park and check-in. This is a free event! Additional registration will be available on site until capacity is reached. Tell your friends and neighbors! Rodeos are held rain or shine and if cancelled it will not be rescheduled.

Reminders:

• Bring your own gear and bait. Worms will be provided.

• Bucket or cooler to transport your fish

• No pets except service animals

• Adults may assist their children, ages 16 and over are not allowed to fish

• Feel free to pack a picnic lunch

• Consider bringing a chair, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bug spray and water

Location: Trout View Rd, Gaffney, SC 29341

FAQs

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

If you have any questions, please email fishingrodeos@dnr.sc.gov

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You do not need to print off your ticket, however, please check in when you arrive. 

Can I register at the event?

Registration will be allowed on the day of the event if capacity allows. 

Organized by

SCDNR Aquatic Education

The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources Aquatic Education Section’s mission is to serve as the principal advocate for and steward of South Carolina’s natural resources.

We strive to educate the public on recreational fishing techniques, opportunities and angler ethics, as well as provide information to learn about South Carolina’s aquatic ecosystems, how they function and the biology and identification of the species within these ecosystems.

Check out some of the fun fishing and learning opportunities we have available.

Free