the 16th Annual Youth Outdoor Fest at Pettibone Park, La Crosse, WI, on July 11th, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM!

Kids will enjoy hands-on activities like:

• Fishing
• Archery
• Casting a fly rod
• Identifying furs, fish, and birds
• Kayaking
• Playing games
• Interacting with live animals
• Log Rolling Demonstrations
  …and so much more—all in one day, completely FREE!

This event is hosted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service – Midwest Fisheries Center, La Crosse Parks, Recreation & Forestry, Fox, Genoa National Fish Hatchery, and Friends of the Upper Mississippi.

Everything is provided—equipment, activities, and fun for the whole family!