Duck pond Fishing Derby for Kids

SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2024 • 8AM - 1PM • (Rain Date: June 9 1:00-5:30 PM)

This event for Ages 3-15 is held in sponsorship with TWRA, Wal-Mart, and other area organizations. Trophies are awarded in each age division for the largest fish and the most fish caught. Overall event winner for each category will receive atrophy as well. All participants receive a goody bag and are eligible to win door prizes including a grand prize. A fun and games area will also be available after weigh-in.

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Date

Saturday, June 8, 2024
(Rain Date: June 9 1:00-5:30 PM)

Location

Alcoa Duck Pond - PARKING MAP

Time

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Everyone needs to check-in on-site between 7:00-7:45 AM.

Registration

Use button on right to pre-register on-line or at the Parks & Rec. office through 3:00 PM Friday before the event. Registration also taken on-site the day of the event from 7:00-8:00 AM.
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Everyone must check-in at the Registration Tent the morning of the event.

Cost

$8.00 pre-registration
$12.00 day of the event

SEE EVENT RULES BELOW.

Rules & Information

This event is designed to allow children the opportunity to experience and LEARN the concepts of fishing. Adults are allowed to provide ASSISTANCE ONLY, but CANNOT "FISH" for the participant! Participants may be subject to disqualification for not abiding by the rules of the event.

⚬ Even if you have pre-registered, you must check-in on-site to get your goody bag and door prize tickets.

⚬ Every participant receives a Fishing Derby keepsake. A drink and goody bag are guaranteed to the first 200 participants .

⚬ All participants are eligible for numerous door prizes including a grand prize.

⚬ Event management provided by Parks & Rec. staff, Alcoa Fishing Team, and area volunteers.

⚬ Trophy for the Overall Event Champion for the “Largest Fish” caught, as well as the “Most Fish” caught.

⚬ 1st place trophies will be awarded in each age group for the “Largest Fish” (weight) and 1st through 4th place trophies for the "Most Fish Caught" (total weight of 10 fish maximum).
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⚬ Age divisions: 3-4, 5-7, 8-10, 11-12, 13-15
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⚬ All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate.

⚬ Participants may use 1 ROD ONLY.

⚬ Bank fishing only - No wading. Event encourages catch and release. Please bring stringer and bucket!

⚬ All fish must be checked in to be eligible for awards.

⚬ Adults are allowed to provide assistance only with baiting, casting and removing fish from hook, but cannot “fish” for the participant. Fishing for participant may result in forfeiture of awards eligibility.

⚬ Parents should visit our website Saturday morning in case of cancellation due to inclement weather. If cancelled, the Derby will be re-scheduled for the next day, Sunday, 1:00-5:30 p.m.

⚬ No fishing license is required on event day.

Weigh-In Times:
Age groups will be called out on the p.a. system when the weigh-in tent is ready. Approximate times are listed below:
Ages 3-4 - 10:15 a.m.
Ages 5-7 - 10:30 a.m.
Ages 8-10 - 10:45 a.m.
Ages 11-12 - 11:00 a.m.
Ages 13-15 - 11:15 a.m.
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2023 FISHING DERBY RESULTS

Our 30th annual Duck Pond Kids Fishing Derby went well on Saturday, June 8, 2023 with approximately 300 kids participating. Just under 600 pounds of fish were caught! Thank you to all that helped make this a success! The event was sponsored by Parks & Recreation, Wal-Mart, TWRA, and other area sponsors. The derby was held for Ages 3–15 to encourage the sport of fishing for kids. Congratulations to this year's winners:

Overall Event - Biggest Fish

Averie Dees - 3.7 lbs

Overall Event - Most Fish Per Weight (Up to 10 Fish)

Alex Dixon - 16.3 lbs

Award winners for Ages 3 & 4:

Biggest Fish – Kensi Conner - 2 lbs
1st Place Most Fish – Kensi Conner - 14.4 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Mavis Dees - 7.4 lbs
3rd Place Most Fish – Aurora Jones - 6.2 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Allison Teffeteller - 5.6 lbs

Award winners for Ages 11-12:

Biggest Fish – Riley Ford - 2.3 lbs
1st Place Most Fish – Alex Dixon - 16.3 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Kacper Pikor - 14.3 lbs
3rd Place Most Fish – Samuel Pagodin - 14.1 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Lydia Adkins - 12.8 lbs

Award winners for Ages 5-7:

Biggest Fish – Averie Dees - 3.7 lbs.
1st Place Most Fish – Aurora Hall - 10.7 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Gideon Mathews - 10.2 lbs Bigger Fish
3rd Place Most Fish – Leon Anthony - 10.2 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Averie Dees - 9.4 lbs

Award winners for Ages 13-15:

Biggest Fish – Elijah Gilbreath - 3.3 lbs
1st Place Most Fish – Jakub Pikor - 15 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Elizabeth Lawson - 13.4 lbs
3rd Place Most Fish – Brent Dixon - 12.4 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Jameson Payne - 12.2 lbs

Award winners for Ages 8-10:

Biggest Fish – Brylee Jones - 2.9 lbs
1st Place Most Fish – Zoe Sutton - 14 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Brylee Jones - 13 lbs
3rd Place Most Fish – Tayler Smith - 11.7 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Landon Sison - 11.4 lbs