FWC invites public to attend Youth Fishing Derby

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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) invites you to a free youth freshwater fishing derby at the Tenoroc Fish Management Area in Lakeland from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 6. Pre-registration is required. A fishing license is not required on this particular weekend because it falls during a state-designated license-free freshwater fishing weekend ( www.myfwc.com/license/recreational/do-i-needone/ free-fishing).

This special event will be conducted on Derby Lake Recreational Facility, a 16-acre former phosphate pit stocked with a variety of freshwater sport fish and catfish. The lake has seven fishing piers and a 200-foot boardwalk for fishing that is accessible to anglers of all abilities.

There will be a casting contest, exhibitors and other outdoor activities for youth participants. A free lunch will be provided by Publix Supermarkets and the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida. Bait and a limited number of loaner rods and reels will also be provided free of charge to youth ages 15 and younger. A parent or guardian must accompany youth participants.

To pre-register, call the FWC by 5 p.m. Friday, April 5, at 863-648-3200 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

For more information on freshwater fishing, see myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater or call the FWC’s Lakeland office at 863-648-3200.

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