Kids need to fish is an event started by the Warsaw River Rats in 2016. The intent is to get kids outside and learn valuable skills. Local, state, and federal agencies teach safety and regulations. Our KNTF volunteers help to teach a wide range of skills to have a better fishing experience. The KNTF event is held each year on the first Saturday of June. (KNTF 2024 will be June 1st.) It is ABSOLUTELY free for kids 15 and under. Upon arrival, participants will register (Participants must be present at drawing to receive prize.) They will receive a FREE fishing pole and tackle pack to get them started fishing. We serve a free lunch, and water. Near the end of the event, We will Provide the Tickets to the Childern. we gather and begin the prize drawings.
The KNTF INC is a registered not for profit organization, 501c3. All of our equipment and prizes are donated from local and surrounding businesses and communities.
Please see KNTF Info for more info on rules for the day off.
KIDS NEED TO FISH Event is held at East Bledsoe Ferry Area in Warsaw, MO
We are Close to Truman Lake and the Harry S Truman Dam area.
Our Goals For Kids at the KNTF Events
•Introduce children, who may not otherwise get the opportunity, to go out fishing.
•Get Kids involved to participate, We would like the kids and even the parents to keep coming back to keep learning and bettering there skills.
•Increase the awareness of all participants and help strengthen family relationships and local communities.
•Offer education elements such as angler techniques, ethics, fish identification, and water safety to local youth.
•Provide education and understanding to children about fish and wildlife conservation as a natural resource. The conservation and The core provide reading sources to help educate.
•Develop skills that provide a lifelong hobby.
🥧 Sweet Treats, Big Dreams! Join Our Spring Bake Sale for KIDS NEED TO FISH! 🎣Help us support local kids by indulging in delicious homemade goodies! Our annual spring bake sale is your chance to satisfy your sweet tooth while making a difference.
Every single penny raised goes directly to our KNTF event in Warsaw, MO -
bringing fishing opportunities to children who might not otherwise get the chance to cast a line. Come hungry, leave happy, and know you're helping kids learn valuable outdoor skills! Our bake sale is more than just treats -
it's about creating lifelong memories and fishing adventures for local youth.
We have our KNTF Auction:
Helping Kids Discover the Joy of Fishing! Our annual KNTF Auction is more than just a fundraiser - it's a mission to get kids outdoors and hooked on fishing! In spring we bring our community together to support the Kids Need to Fish event, happening in July.
Why do we host this auction? Simple - to provide free fishing experiences for children in rural and small communities. Every dollar raised helps us equip kids with fishing poles, tackle, and unforgettable memories. Last year, we were able to take 40+ kids fishing, teaching them valuable skills like angler techniques, water safety, and conservation
Want to make a difference? Join us at the auction! Consider donating items, spreading the word, or attending to support our cause. Whether you're a local business, community member, or fishing enthusiast, you can help us introduce kids to the incredible world of fishing.
Let's cast a line of hope and opportunity for our young anglers!