Family fishing events are scheduled for the next two Saturdays at angling locations near Portland.



Also, for those bound for the coast Saturday, check out Devil's Lake near Lincoln City , from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Next will be Vernonia Lake on Saturday, May 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vernonia Lake is a

Family fishing instruction moves to Vernonia Lake on Saturday, May 5.

former mill pond in the City of Vernonia. From the Sunset Highway (U.S. 26), drive north on Oregon 47 (there's a sign) then through the city to the pond.

Family events are geared to adults and children and are open to everyone.

Trojan Pond will have been heavily stocked with thousands of catchable and trophy-sized trout.

Devil's Lake and Vernonia Lake will be injected with thousands of legal-sized trout just prior to the events.

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife supplies tackle, rods, reels, bait and instructors for those who need it. Anglers may also bring their own gear.

There is no charge for the events, tackle or instruction, but licenses are required of everyone 12 and older (only $10 for those 12-17). Licenses aren't available at the events.