By Marla Jones, Sports Editor

marla@southerntorch.com

SYLVANIA, Ala.—Many people around the Dekalb County area have been missing the breathtaking views from the Dekalb County Public Fishing Lake since its closure in 2014.  The wait is finally over as the Lake will officially reopen on June 16, 2016.  The Grand Reopening Celebration will be held on June 18, 2016 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.  There will be food vendors, arts and crafts plus live music.

The Dekalb County Lake has undergone over two years of renovations by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.  The Lake is now restocked and waiting on everyone to enjoy the fruits of the their labor.  According to reports, over 3,000 largemouth bass, 100,000 Bluegill, 13,000 shell crackers and 3,500 adult catfish are ready for the avid fisher.

The Lake offers so much more than fishing.  It has great hiking trails, playgrounds for the children to enjoy, picnic areas for outdoor family time and campsites for a mini get-away.  Runners and walkers alike can be seen enjoying nature at its best while getting in a little exercise.

Make plans to attend the Grand Reopening Celebration and enjoy what Dekalb County has to offer.