Catch A Special Thrill (C.A.S.T.)
A volunteer introduces a young boy to fishing at Silverwood Lake at a C.A.S.T. event on September 13, 2014. ©DWR/2014
We are proud to work with the C.A.S.T for Kids Foundation; local, State, and federal agencies; community groups; schools; and numerous other volunteers to “provide children with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy a quality outdoor recreational experience fishing on the water.”
Since 2005, we've cosponsored C.A.S.T events at State Water Project sites including Bethel Island in the Delta; O’Neill Forebay; and Oroville, Castaic, Silverwood, and Perris Lakes. C.A.S.T. events are successful with the help of local boaters who take a child with a disability and their guardian fishing and to learn about natural resources.
Each event is open to disadvantaged and disabled children ages 7 to 17. All participants, boat captains, and other volunteers must register in advance. Participant slots do fill up. Details for specific events and registration paperwork are available at C.A.S.T for Kids, Find an Event.
In 2024, DWR will have events at O’Neill Forebay in Merced County, Castaic Lake in Los Angeles County, and Silverwood Lake in San Bernardino County.
Visit this webpage for the latest updates.
C.A.S.T. Locations
CAST events at SWP locations across California: Oroville, Bethel Island, O'Neill, Pyramid, Castaic, Silverwood, and Perris.
Resources
- CAL FIRE
- California Department of Fish and Wildlife
- California Department of Parks and Recreation
- C.A.S.T. for Kids