Get Hooked On Fishing At The Derby

Get those fishing poles ready! It’s time to get some fish hooked!

The Rock Island Conservation Club is hosting their 2^nd Annual Get Hooked Fishing Derby on Saturday Aug 5 at the Conservation Club, located at 2421 Big Island Pkwy Milan. No fishing license is required for participants! All ages are welcome, but everyone attending must register prior to the event (whether you plan to fish or not).

Gates will open at 6 a.m. and fishing will available from 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. Food, beverages and bait will be available for purchase. Please bring your own tackle gear.

The water will be stocked with restaurant quality catfish. 350 of these catfish will be tagged representing various prizes. There is a $10 admission fee for small prizes and a $25 admission fee to win any of the prizes. The grand prize this year is a 2017 Honda CR-V EX from Zimmerman Honda (must be 18 or older to win the grand prize).

There will be plenty of fun activities all day long for kids, as well! There will be a photo booth, casting contests and minnow races! Country Style will also be selling ice cream sundaes.

To find more information and for registration times and locations, please visit https://www.bgcmv.org/portal/get-hooked-fishing-derby.

Whether you are a seasoned fisher or are just looking for a fun family day outdoors, make sure to check out this year’s Get Hooked Fishing Derby!

Tess Abney

Tess Abney was born and raised in the Quad Cities. Her passion for writing and entertainment was apparent at a very young age. Whether it is sharing local events and businesses with readers or sharing her thoughts on life, she finds comfort in the way words can bring people together.

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