Young anglers will have the opportunity to compete for prizes and enjoy a day outdoors during the annual Youth Fishing Derby at Beall Woods State Park and Nature Preserve near Mt. Carmel.
The event will be held Saturday, June 20th and is sponsored by the Hanging Rock Bass Club and TMAA Bass Club. Participation is free and open to the public. All youth participants must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration will take place from 8 to 8:30 a.m., with fishing scheduled from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. A free lunch will be served from 10:30 to 11 a.m., followed by the presentation of trophies and awards.
Awards will be presented for the smallest fish, largest fish, and greatest total weight caught in three age divisions: 6-9, 10-12, and 13-16.
Beall Woods State Park is located at 9285 Beall Woods Avenue in Mt. Carmel.