MARQUETTE, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – An Upper Peninsula fishing group is casting a wide net, and wants to express their gratitude to veterans with a free fishing trip.

The South Shore Fishing Association based in Marquette is hosting the annual Veteran’s Fishing Day on August 5 starting at 8 a.m.

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The day will start with fishing on Lake Superior and be followed by a boat parade. A local fish house will clean the catches for the veterans while they enjoy lunch with their families.

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