| Friends of the WSSNFH help to
organize two major events during the year. The WSSNFH Annual Fishing Derby, sponsored by the WSS Rotary Club, is an opportunity for children through age 14 and senior citizens to experience the joy of fishing and the outdoors. Formerly held near the anniversary of the hatchery's formation, the Derby is now held in May during the White Sulphur Springs Annual Dandelion Festival. The Annual Freshwater Folk Festival is a celebration of our nation's fish, wildlife, and natural resources. The theme is in keeping with the main goals of the Friends group, which are to increase public awareness and appreciation of the Hatchery, promote understanding, appreciation, and conservation of treshwater resources, and to promote public use and enjoyment of the Hatchery. Our goal at every event is to educate the public, create awareness about the environment, and to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists. Vendor applications are currently being accepted for the 4th Annual Freshwater Folk Festival, scheduled for October 4, 2008. Click here to download a vendor application with guidelines. Vendor applications and fees must be received by September 22, 2008 for consideration for this year's festival. Performers are welcome to submit a promo pack for consideration. Email us for more information. Click on the link below to view the 2008 Freshwater Folk Festival website or click here to download a PDF version of our 2008 festival poster. |
