Catch and Cook
Schedule
Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am
UTC-04:00Location
Bishop Lake-Brighton Recreation | Brighton, MI
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🎣 Catch & Cook at Bishop Lake! 🐟Looking for a perfect morning on the water? Join us for a "Catch and Cook" at Bishop Lake! This is a BYOP (Bring Your Own Parent) event—grab your favorite adult and come learn how to go from "line to lunch."
The best part? This specific weekend happens to be a Fee-Free Weekend!
🆓 No Fishing Licenses Required * 🆓 No Recreation Passports/Vehicle Entry Fees required for the park.
It’s the ideal time to try fishing for the first time or introduce someone new to the sport without any of the usual costs.
📅 The Details
Date: Saturday, June 13th
Location: Bishop Lake, Brighton (Brighton Recreation Area)
Target Species: Panfish (Bluegill, Sunfish, Crappie, etc.)
⏰ The Schedule
As early as you want to arrive – 11:00 AM: Fishing! Drop your lines as soon as you get to the lake and help us gather the morning's catch.
11:00 AM: Fish Cleaning Demo. We'll show you exactly how to clean and fillet panfish.
11:30 AM – Finish: The Fish Fry! We’ll fry up the morning's catch for everyone to enjoy.
🎒 What to Bring
Fishing Gear: Bring your rods, reels, and tackle.
Kayak or canoe if you want.
Sun Protection: Don't forget the sunblock and hats!
A Dish to Pass: We’ll provide the fresh fish; please bring a side dish, snack, or dessert to share.
Ready to join us? Click "Going" or "Interested" so we can make sure we have plenty of oil for the fry! 🛶☀️
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Where is it happening?
Bishop Lake-Brighton Recreation, Brighton State Recreation Area, Pinckney, MI 48169, United States, BrightonEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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