{"id":129867,"date":"2025-10-06T12:30:43","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T16:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/?p=129867"},"modified":"2025-10-06T12:24:19","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T16:24:19","slug":"catch-connect-a-father-child-fishing-workshop-builds-bonds-through-nature-and-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/catch-connect-a-father-child-fishing-workshop-builds-bonds-through-nature-and-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"Catch &amp; Connect: A Father-Child Fishing Workshop Builds Bonds Through Nature and Fun"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>PHOENIX, Ariz., Oct. 6, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) &#8212; The <strong>Single Fathers Network (SFN)<\/strong> invites fathers and families across the Valley to join us for <strong>Catch &amp; Connect: A Father-Child Fishing Workshop<\/strong>, happening <strong>Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST<\/strong> at <strong>Rio Vista Community Park &amp; Pond, 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd, Peoria, AZ<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/images\/25-1006-s2p-single-fathers-800x600.webp\" alt=\"Catch &amp; Connect: A Father-Child Fishing Workshop Builds Bonds Through Nature and Fun\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-129865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/images\/25-1006-s2p-single-fathers-800x600.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/images\/25-1006-s2p-single-fathers-800x600-400x300.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.send2press.com\/wire\/images\/25-1006-s2p-single-fathers-800x600-200x150.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><br \/><em>Image caption: Catch &amp; Connect: A Father-Child Fishing Workshop Builds Bonds Through Nature and Fun.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>This free community event encourages fathers to slow down, unplug, and create lasting memories with their children while learning basic fishing and water safety skills. Through hands-on instruction, laughter, and shared experiences, families will rediscover the simple joys of being outdoors\u2014together.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Full event details and RSVP:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlefathersnetwork.com\/event-details\/catch-connect-a-fishing-with-dad-event\">https:\/\/www.singlefathersnetwork.com\/event-details\/catch-connect-a-fishing-with-dad-event<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>A DAY OF LEARNING, BONDING, AND WELLNESS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Hosted in partnership with the <strong>Arizona Game &amp; Fish Department<\/strong>, the event will feature:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fishing Lessons &amp; Equipment Demos<\/strong> led by community facilitators <strong>Anthony Glover<\/strong> and <strong>Randall Wright<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Nature &amp; Wellness Activities<\/strong> designed to strengthen family communication and mental well-being<\/li>\n<li><strong>Special Presentation by O.B.F.C. (Our Black Fathers Committee)<\/strong> on the importance of bonding activities\u2014like fishing\u2014in building stronger parent-child relationships<\/li>\n<li><strong>Marlee\u2019s Lemonade Stand<\/strong>, serving complimentary refreshments for guests throughout the morning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Special thanks to the Arizona Game &amp; Fish Department<\/strong> for their generous support, providing fishing equipment and on-site guidance so every family has a hands-on experience.<\/p>\n<p>Participants are encouraged to <strong>register in advance<\/strong> through the Arizona Game &amp; Fish licensing portal to obtain a fishing license for adults (children under 10 do not require one). Suggested bait includes <strong>red wigglers, corn, or PowerBait<\/strong> &#8211; though families are welcome to <strong>BYOB: Bring Your Own Bait<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>EMPOWERING FATHERS, STRENGTHENING FAMILIES<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cCatch &amp; Connect is about more than fishing\u2014it\u2019s about presence, patience, and purpose,\u201d said James Sesay, Founder of the Single Fathers Network. \u201cWe want dads to have a space to slow down, breathe, and enjoy meaningful time with their children. That\u2019s what real connection looks like.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This event is part of SFN\u2019s ongoing mission to <strong>empower fathers through legal, financial, parenting, and wellness programs<\/strong> that strengthen families and communities. Upcoming SFN workshops include <strong>\u2018Girl Dad Style Connection,\u2019 \u2018Raising Resilient Children,\u2019 and \u2018Financial Fundamentals for Fathers.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>EVENT DETAILS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Event:<\/strong> Catch &amp; Connect: A Father-Child Fishing Workshop<\/p>\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, October 11, 2025<\/p>\n<p><strong>Time:<\/strong> 8:00 AM \u2013 12:00 PM MST<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Rio Vista Community Park &amp; Pond<\/p>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong> 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd, Peoria, AZ 85381<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free (registration required)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Registration:<\/strong> <u><a href=\"http:\/\/azgfd.gov\/license\" class=\"autohyperlink\" rel=\"nofollow\">http:\/\/azgfd.gov\/license<\/a> <\/u><\/p>\n<p><strong>Event Info &amp; RSVP:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/singlefathersnetwork.com\/event-details\/catch-connect-a-fishing-with-dad-event\">https:\/\/singlefathersnetwork.com\/event-details\/catch-connect-a-fishing-with-dad-event<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Event Map:<\/strong> See the event page (linked above) for <em>Rio Vista Community Park Map<\/em> highlighting the designated <strong>Catch &amp; Connect Event Ramadas<\/strong> (near the main pond area and splash ground).<\/p>\n<p><em>Media are welcome to attend and cover the event. Parking is available in the main lot near the Rio Vista Recreation Center. Please check in at the SFN Welcome Tent for access and interview opportunities.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT SINGLE FATHERS NETWORK (SFN)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Single Fathers Network<\/strong> is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting, educating, and empowering fathers to thrive\u2014personally and as parents. Through workshops, mentorship programs, and community partnerships, SFN connects dads with tools and resources to navigate the challenges of fatherhood with confidence, compassion, and community.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlefathersnetwork.com\/\">https:\/\/www.singlefathersnetwork.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Event poster: <a href=\"https:\/\/static.wixstatic.com\/media\/23c2b8_8997ecb9e95c4b8988a1473032406a36~mv2.png\/v1\/fill\/w_1080,h_1080,al_c,q_90,enc_auto\/23c2b8_8997ecb9e95c4b8988a1473032406a36~mv2.png\">https:\/\/static.wixstatic.com\/media\/23c2b8_8997ecb9e95c4b8988a1473032406a36~mv2.png\/v1\/fill\/w_1080,h_1080,al_c,q_90,enc_auto\/23c2b8_8997ecb9e95c4b8988a1473032406a36~mv2.png<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PHOENIX, Ariz., Oct. 6, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) &#8212; The Single Fathers Network (SFN) invites fathers and families across the Valley to join us for Catch &#038; Connect: A Father-Child Fishing Workshop, happening Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM MST at Rio Vista Community Park &#038; Pond, 8866 W. 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