Fish were biting at Miami Lakes Father’s Day Fishing Contest

Featured By Alexandra Herrera, Reporter Wednesday, July 2, 2025

 Three generations of anglers dropped lines in Graham Dairy Lake during the annual Miami Lakes Father’s Day Fishing Tournament.        Held on the morning of June 14, the catch and release contest was hosted by...

Youth Council hosts field trip for teens to Deering Estate

Community Monday, March 13, 2017

Miami Lakes Youth Center Council is inviting teens to take a field trip to the Deering Estate from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 1. The Deering Estate is the previous home of the Deering Family, the developers of the famous Vizcaya Estate. 

Participants are advised to bring water shoes as they will explore Biscayne Bay’s aquatic life, wade knee deep to catch fish, shrimp and crabs, learn about the marine life in the sea grass communities, and take a Mangrove boardwalk hike. 

Lunch and transportation will be provided. Space is limited and a $9 registration fee is required
To sign up, contact Chris Hove at thespot@miamilakes-fl.gov, or call 305-819-7768.