On Sunday the 11th of July 2010, DDAPS held their annual Youth Fun Day at Horton Kirby lakes. 272 budding young anglers turned up for the event, which is a rise on last years attendance . Once again all young guests received a complete fishing outfit courtesy of the Tackle Box in Dartford, compete with pole, rigs, a bait box and also a tackle box containing various essential tackle items to start them on their way. All of which were put to good use on the day, with nearly everyone catching a few fish. As usual a competition was held in the afternoon as well as the coveted angler of the day award, this year won by a Master Jacob Hare. The youngsters were helped out on the day by professional angling coaches and an army of willing volunteers, without whom the day would have not been possible.
After the event a giant raffle was held, with numerous complete fishing kits and other prizes won. After the day many guests wished for their thanks to passed on to all involved, and stated that they will certainly be fishing again in the very near future, no doubt at Dartford Lakes, as all of the guests received a free day ticket to fish there with their new kit.
It was great to see so many youngsters out in the countryside with their friends or family, and we look forward to welcoming them all again at next years event.