The Arlington Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Catfish Round-Up from 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday April 29, at Richard Simpson Park. The park is located at 6300 W. Arkansas Lane. The event will also include games, crafts, prizes and concessions. In case of severe weather, the event will be cancelled.

"Although this will be our fourth annual Catfish Round-Up, we are excited about having it at Lake Arlington for the first time," said Event Coordinator Jennifer Lecroy, who works as the city’s Recreation Program Coordinator.

According to Lecroy, the Catfish Round-Up helps to educate youth of all ages about fishing. It provides family bonding opportunities for parents and children. In addition to fishing, the event will also feature a bounce house and food concessions.

Participants are required to bring their own poles and fishing equipment. The fishing fee is $5 with one pole limit per participant. Parents are welcome to fish, but will not be eligible for prizes. Participants over the age of 17 will be required to have a valid fishing license in order to compete.