2026 Floyd County Kid's Fishing Day for Ages 13 & Younger
Venue: Little River at Thunderstruck Road Low Water Bridge, Floyd
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Event Types: Food, Sports, Miscellaneous, Family Friendly
Cost: Free
Description:
The Floyd County Sheriff's Office and the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries presents the 2026 Floyd County Kid's Fishing Day for ages 13 and younger on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the Little River along the Thunderstruck Road Low Water Bridge in Floyd, VA.

Schedule:
• 9:00-10:30 AM: Late Registration
• 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Fishing
• 12:00 PM: Free Lunch Served
• 1:00 PM: Awards Ceremony

Children ages 13 and younger can enjoy fishing, awards, and a free lunch will be served and more. Participants need to bring their own bait and tackle for fishing. None of these will be provided.

Trophies will be awarded for the top three largest trout in three ages categories (5 & Under, ages 6-10 and ages 11-13).

There is a six fish limit per child. No trout may be thrown back for a different one.

Registration for the event begins at 9:00 AM.

This is a free event however donations are appreciated.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults cannot fish. This will be strictly enforced. Adults can assist by baiting the hook or removing fish from the line.

While only children ages 13 & younger are allowed to fish, the entire family is welcome to attend.

Please bring lawn chairs and something to safely transport your fish home like an ice chest. Shoes are required while fishing.

No swimming will be allowed and no parking will be allowed in or on the road.

All state laws and DGIF regulations apply and will be enforced.

Little River at Thunderstruck Road Low Water Bridge is located at Thunderstruck Road near 115 Lees Luck Lane in Floyd, VA.

Driving Directions: From the Town of Floyd, travel 5 miles North on Route 8. Turn right on Slusher Store Road (Route 705). Go approximately 1/2 mile and cross the state bridge. Turn right on Thunderstruck.

To view the event flyer, visit: https://i.postimg.cc/FFLqYKCv/686135690-1370836728413187-6836341069990296839-n.jpg.

For more information, visit: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064606184878 or https://dwr.virginia.gov/events/.
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