FISHING DERBY 

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This year’s Fishing Derby, held on Saturday, April 12, was a wonderful, fun-filled morning for the whole family.
Kids, ages 5 – 15, gathered at Barney Schwartz Park in the hopes of catching a trout or a bass. Five fishing poles were awarded to the young fishermen catching the biggest fish. An additional 18 raffle prizes were given throughout the competition. Even though not everyone caught a fish, the weather was beautiful and kids learned how to cast, bait a worm (ugh!) and practice patience. The event was co-sponsored by the Library and Recreation Services Department, the Fire Department, the Police Department, and the Department of Fish and Game. Barney Schwartz Task Force Volunteers were also on hand helping kids with bait, fishing poles, and weighing the fish. The cooperative support of all of these departments made this event a very positive one for the kids, especially for those who were new to the sport of fishing.

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