05.17.24 Jackson County Parks + Rec Kids’ Fishing Derby now June 1

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 17, 2024

Media Contact: Marcy Caldwell

(816) 506-3328 | (913) 568-8593

mcaldwell@jacksongov.org

 

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Jackson County Parks + Rec is announcing today that it has rescheduled the 41st Annual Kids’ Fishing Derby for Saturday, June 1. Kids are invited to show off their angling skills at Lake Jacomo’s Fleming Park. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the contest will run from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. with awards to follow.

This FREE, fun-filled family event is open to kids ages 15 years old and under and includes a casting clinic and fishing contest. Prizes and trophies will be awarded for the top three largest fish by weight in each age category.

All children must be accompanied by an adult and should bring bait, a bucket to hold their catch and a fishing pole. The first 250 kids to register will receive a free fishing pole courtesy of Pure Fishing, but those poles will not be assembled.

What: 41st Annual Kids’ Fishing Derby – RESCHEDULED

Kids 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

When: Saturday, June 1, 2024

Time(s):
Registration: 8:30 a.m.

Kids’ Fishing Derby: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Casting Contest: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Where: Lake Jacomo in Fleming Park
9200 Beach Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64081
(Opposite Jacomo Campground)

Cost: Free

On-site Media Contact: Sarah Sprinkle, Superintendent of Historic Sites & Outdoor Education
(816) 229-8980 | ssprinkle@jacksongov.org

The Kids’ Fishing Derby is hosted by Jackson County Parks + Rec, in partnership with Pure Fishing, the Missouri Trout Fisherman’s Association and the Optimist Club of Lake Lotawana. Thank you to Pure Fishing for their generous donation of fishing poles and ifamilyKC.

For additional event details, call (816) 229-8980 or visit the Jackson County Parks + Rec website.

 

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