Three age groups will have an hour of fishing in the Rock River to see who can catch the first fish or the biggest fish. There will also be donuts and milk for all the anglers.
Ages 0-6 will fish from 8-9 a.m. 7- to 10-year-olds fish from 9-10 a.m., and 11- to 14-year-olds fish from 10-11 a.m. Local businesses donate a variety of prizes for all age groups, with each participant getting to pick out something cool. Prizes include sports equipment, camping gear, fishing gear, toys, and even bikes.
Retired Police Chief Bruce Franks coordinated the fishing derby for decades and is still helping out. Officer Will Lukehart is doing a great job in taking charge of it this year, says Police Chief Jerrod Reynolds.
All anglers are required to have a parent sign a registration form. The forms are available at the Police Department, or the day of the derby. For more information, call the City Hall at 815-537-5598.
