Date: 9/24/08
Contact: C. Douglas Nielsen
Phone: (702) 486-5127, ext. 3500

ANGLERS MAY BENEFIT FROM SUNSET PARK FACE LIFT

Fishermen access at the Sunset Park pond has been one of the many topics of discussion during meetings whose focus is the park’s future. The Clark County Parks and Recreation Department has been holding these meetings over the past several months to discuss and create a new look for Sunset Park. On Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008, informational meetings will be held so the public can see conceptual plans and learn about changes being proposed for the park.

The open-house style meetings will take place at 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. in the main conference room of the Sunset Park Administrative Building and are open to all who are interested in seeing the plans. Some of the new ideas for the park include a paved roadway encircling the main core of the park, new play areas for children, a plaza area for gatherings and improved access for fishing in the pond.

“We welcome the opportunity to participate in these discussions and to represent Southern Nevada anglers,” said Ivy Santee, the Nevada Department of Wildlife angler education coordinator. “This park has long been a favored fishing spot among locals and we look forward to seeing that continue into the future. Anything we can do to improve angler access is worth the effort.”

The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) protects, restores and manages fish and wildlife, promotes fishing, hunting, and boating safety. NDOW’s wildlife and habitat conservation efforts are primarily funded by sportsmen’s license and conservation fees and a federal surcharge on hunting and fishing gear. Support wildlife and habitat conservation in Nevada by purchasing a hunting, fishing, or combination license. For more information, visit www.ndow.org.