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Opening Day to reel in anglers Sunday
Roaring River Hatchery staff Tyler Swope and Jacob Bancroft scoop trout into nets to stock the waters at the park on Tuesday.
February 25, 2015
Charlea Mills
This coming Sunday marks one of the most anticipated days of the year for Barry County, Opening Day. Each year, young and old come from all over to celebrate the opening of trout season with a visit to the beautiful Roaring River State Park.
Roaring River is preparing for an influx of 2,500 to 2,600 anglers for trout season’s Opening Day this Sunday, according to hatchery manager Paul Spurgeon. Last year’s Opening Day fell on a Saturday, but they only had a turn out of around 1,900 due to a big snow storm. This year, Spurgeon says he anticipates better numbers.
Spurgeon stated, “Gas is a lot cheaper this year, and if the weather is halfway decent, we expect a lot more. We think the weather kept a lot of people away last year.” If the campsite bookings are any indication, Spurgeon is right. Almost all of the lodging options at the park are booked for opening weekend.
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Charlea Mills
This coming Sunday marks one of the most anticipated days of the year for Barry County, Opening Day. Each year, young and old come from all over to celebrate the opening of trout season with a visit to the beautiful Roaring River State Park.
Roaring River is preparing for an influx of 2,500 to 2,600 anglers for trout season’s Opening Day this Sunday, according to hatchery manager Paul Spurgeon. Last year’s Opening Day fell on a Saturday, but they only had a turn out of around 1,900 due to a big snow storm. This year, Spurgeon says he anticipates better numbers.
Spurgeon stated, “Gas is a lot cheaper this year, and if the weather is halfway decent, we expect a lot more. We think the weather kept a lot of people away last year.” If the campsite bookings are any indication, Spurgeon is right. Almost all of the lodging options at the park are booked for opening weekend.
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