Allentown, PA − June 13, 2025 − Today, Sen. Nick Miller (D-Lehigh/Northampton), alongside the Boys and Girls Club of Allentown and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, organized a Youth Fishing Day at the Li’l-Le-Hi Trout Nursery. This event offered young students a chance to enjoy themselves while acquiring essential fishing skills.
“My objective was to offer students the chance to learn a new skill while also engaging adult mentors to guide them in the art of fishing,” said Senator Miller. “Today, students from the Boys and Girls Club learn how to bait a hook, cast a line, and safely reel in some trout, thanks to our representatives from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. I take pride in bringing these students into this environment and using mentorship to impart such a vital skill to teach an essential skill.”
“Thank you to Senator Miller, Li’l-Le-Hi Trout Nursery, and City of Allentown for partnering with the PFBC to provide an educational opportunity for the Boys and Girls Club of Allentown,” said Tim Schaeffer, PFBC Executive Director. “The future of fishing and conservation involves the participation of our youth. There is nothing better than sharing a day out with our team to mentor the next generation of anglers. It is with pleasure that we were able to showcase the great work of the cooperative nursery. Students learned about the life cycle of trout, received instruction on how to cast, and were able to put their new skills into motion by participating in program activities. We commend the attendees for their enthusiasm and look forward to their future impact as strong environmental stewards and responsible anglers in Pennsylvania.”
“At the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown, we believe every child deserves the chance to connect with nature and explore new skills,” said Katarah Jordan, Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Club of Allentown. “Events like Youth Fishing Day open up new worlds for our kids by building confidence, patience, and a sense of adventure, skills they will use for the rest of their lives. We’re especially grateful to Senator Nick Miller and Allentown Parks for making opportunities like this possible.”
Attendees:
Senator Nick Miller
The Boys & Girls Club of Allentown
Li’l-Le-Hi Trout Nursery
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
The full press event can be found on Senator Miller’s website.