Youth and families enjoy Turner/D.A.R.E. morning of fishing

[June 11, 2013]  ATLANTA -- On Saturday, the local D.A.R.E program and the Lincoln Park District sponsored a special event: the third annual Nathan Turner Fishing Derby. Children from ages 4 to 15 and their families were invited to participate in the event at the Hickory Lane Campground, Atlanta.

Nathan Turner, a former city council member in Lincoln, was known for his love of fishing. His family established the fishing derby in his memory. He is survived by his wife, Sarah; his son, Benjamin; and other members of his family.

A fishing clinic earlier in the week helped to ensure the children understood proper safety measures.

The pond had been stocked just days before the event.

Prizes were awarded for participating and for three categories: smallest fish, biggest fish and most fish caught.

Police Chief Ken Greenslate was on-site, cooking hot dogs and providing sodas to those in attendance.

The Turner family gives their thanks to D.A.R.E and the park district for their continued sponsorship of the fishing derby.

[By DEREK HURLEY]