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Edwardsville Fishing Derby 2021


*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 06/19/2021
On Saturday, June 19, 2021, all kids are invited to bring their fishing pole and bait to Leclaire Lake Park for the Leclaire Lake Fishing Derby. This derby is designed for youth up to 15 years old, accompanied by an adult

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8:30 AM - Registration for the Leclaire Lake Fishing Derby begins Gazebo.
9:00 AM - A representative from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) will start the day off right with a presentation on fishing safety along with some great tips on how to catch “The Big One.”
Then it’s on to the fishing! Participants have an hour and a half to catch as many fish as they can and once the air horn blows at 10:45 AM the fish will be counted and prizes given out.
NEED TO BRING!
• Fishing Pole
• Live Bait
• Supplies (ex. pliers)
• Water
• Sun Spray and Mosquito Repellent
FISHING LESSONS
Thursday, June 17, 2021 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Friday, June 18, 2021 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The Edwardsville Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to offer youth up to age 15 free fishing lessons at Leclaire Lake Park! There are 2 classes to choose from, each 2 hours in length. We ask that all children be accompanied by an adult, but no equipment is necessary! Classes will be taught by an IDNR representative.

*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.

Location:

Leclaire Lake
900 Hale Ave
Edwardsville, IL, 62025
United States

Phone:

618-692-2404
Contact name: 
Nate Tingley
The event has already taken place on this date: 
06/19/2021
Time: 
8:30 AM
Price: 
Free

Ages

15 months - 2 years 2-3 years 4-5 years 6-8 years 9-12 years Teenagers