Luke's Learn to Fish Clinic

  • Date

    Sunday, October 12, 2025

    12:00pm – 2:00pm
  • Location

    • Wingra Park
      824 Knickerbocker St.
      Madison, WI 53711
      Directions

Event Description

In 2024, the community mourned the heartbreaking loss of Luke Diebel, a vibrant young boy who brought joy, curiosity, and a deep love for fishing to all who knew him. Luke’s sister Cora, a proud member of Girl Scout Troop #8414, and her fellow scouts wanted to find a way to honor his memory with something meaningful.

In partnership with Madison Parks Foundation, Madison Boats, Girl Scout Troop #8414, and the Diebel family, we invite you to join us for a special day dedicated to sharing Luke’s love of fishing with the community.

This is an open-house style event. Learn to fish or advance your fishing skills on land and in-the-water stations. 

In The Water

  • Advanced - fly fishing
  • Moderate - traditional fishing
  • Beginner - fishing with a stick pole

Land

  • How to cast - hula hoop station
  • How to fish without getting dirty
    • set a hook with something other than a worm (hot dog or cheese)
    • how to remove a fish from a hook with pliers and gloves
  • Make your own pole
  • Decoration station
  • Bakery & popcorn - pay what you can
  • Photo Booth with props from Girl Scouts
  • Grill/Food station by Wingra & Friends of Matt & Rebecca
    • Fundraiser with donations to the Luke Fisher Diebel Memorial Fund
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