WHO: Kids 15 years old and younger

WHEN: Saturday, May 21, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

WHERE: August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area at 94 and 40 off HWY D Lakes 1, 2, 15

Join us for the most "fin-tastic" event of the season - the 2005 Kids' Fishing Fair - May 21 at the August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area in St. Charles. Especially for kids 15 years old and under, this event offers tons of fishing fun and demonstrations on how to tie a knot, bait a hook, handle a caught fish and fillet a fish. Try your hand at the casting and fish identification stations; watch demonstrations on fly tying; learn about boat safety; stop by the amphibian and reptile exhibits; and sample fried fish! The fun starts at 9 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m.

Each kid attending the Kids' Fishing Fair will receive a free "fish goodie bag," including fishing gear and special offers from our sponsors. Youngsters should bring their own fishing rods and bait, although there will be a limited supply of fishing poles available to borrow on a first come, first served basis. The Outpost Bait Shop also will be open for the event, with snacks, beverages and bait for sale. Both the Kids' Fishing Fair and parking are free and no reservations are required. Check-in is located at the information tent at Lake 2. For more information on the Kids' Fishing Fair, call (636) 441-4554.