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Turner Recreation Commission Fishing Derby 
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Age Divisions:
  • 1-4
  • 5-7
  • 8-11
  • 12-15
Timeline:
12:00 pm –           Open for Registration/Check in
1:00 pm –             *Horn Sounds* Fishing Derby Starts
2:30 pm –             *Horn Sounds* Fishing Derby Ends
                                 All entries must be submitted before 2:30 pm
2:45 pm –              Awards
3:00 pm –              Conclusion of event

Rules:
  1. TRC’s Fishing Derby is for children aged 1-15 years old.
  2. All participants will be required to check-in upon arrival & must complete registration before entering the Derby.
    • TRC may use my or child’s photograph, video, or other digital media in any of its publications, including web-based publications, without payment or other consideration.
  3. Contestants may supply their own bait; however, TRC will supply bait to participants as needed.
  4. All contestants should bring their own fishing equipment- TRC will have a limited supply of rods and equipment available for those who do not have their own!
  5. Each contestant is allowed only one fishing pole with up to two hooks on it.
  6. Any fish caught before the starting time of 1:00 pm will not count as part of the Derby.
  7. The Derby will begin and end with the sound of an air horn.
  8. All fish entered must be caught by hook and line, rod, and reel.
  9. All fish entered MUST be cast, caught, and reeled in by the registered child.
    • For children in the 1-4 age division parents are permitted to help cast- parents cannot fish for their children and children must be actively involved in the catching of all fish.
  10. Any contestant under the age of ten must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  11. All contestants must fish from the shoreline. Boats, rafts, or any type of floatation devices will not be allowed.
  12. All fish must be caught by the contestant’s fishing pole. Once measured, all fish must be released back into Pierson Lake (catch and release policy)
  13. Fish caught during the Derby will be measured and entered on a data sheet by the Fishing Derby judges. Derby fish are tallied up and looked20210525_143045341_iOS - Copy over for a chance to win one of the 3 prizes.
  14. Contestants can only place within one of 3 categories per age group (1 prize per contestant).
    • Largest Fish
    • Smallest Fish
    • Most Unique Catch
  15. All decisions by judges are final. Any arguments or disagreements will be immediate grounds for disqualification.

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Other Notes:
  • There will be no food vendors, families are encouraged to bring any refreshments they need.
    • No alcoholic beverages will be allowed at this event!
  • Remember to bring sunscreen, lawn chairs, and all fishing equipment.

Have questions? Give us a call at 913-287-2111 or send us an e-mail at TurnerRec@TurnerUSD202.org