PENFIELD – This year’s annual Kid’s Fishing Derby will be held on Easter Sunday, at Parker Dam in Penfield.
This is the 47th derby, which will take place between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., and is open to any child from 3-years-old to 13-years-old. It is being held in memory of Jack A. Rumfola.
Adults are allowed to assist their child, but they will need to have a current PA fishing license.
“Many nice trout will be stocked,” said Pat Domico of Squirrel Tails for Trout, who is the derby coordinator.
Several prizes will be awarded.
The grand prize winner will receive a $50 Snappy’s gift certificate donated by Jeff Powell, president of J.J. Powell Inc., a photo of a PA brook trout on a canvas print signed by locals courtesy of Jim’s Sports Center and a vintage 1922 silver dollar provided by Duane Test of Curwensville.
Each division winner will receive a Zebco rod and reel combo from the Walmart Supercenter.
The kids who catch the first 40 fish will get a gold dollar, which is being provided by Steve Mollica of Clearfield.
Snacks including cookies, chips, pops and water will be distributed by volunteers from the Walmart Distribution Center.
“This will be a great day of fun for all. Good luck to all,” said Domico, adding “please ‘take a kid fishing’”.
He also commented that he is hoping he can one day, celebrate the 50th anniversary of the event.
Anyone who wishes to support Squirrel Tails for Trout and their fish stocking efforts can send checks payable to Laurel Hill Trout Farm to Domico at 688 Washington Ave., Curwensville, PA 16833.
For more info, you can call Domico at 814-236-3621.