Douglas County Kids' Fishing Derby 2026

The 2026 Douglas County Kids’ Fishing Derby will be held Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, along the banks of Willow Creek at Lampe Park in Gardnerville, and is a FREE event for kids ages 3- 12 years old. Each young angler will be provided everything they need to have a fun fishing experience, is allowed a 2 fish catching limit, and will be given a special gate prize at the end of their session. Additional prizes will be awarded for every special tagged fish caught, as well as to the children who catches the largest fish during each of the derby sessions.

While participation in the event is free, Pre-Registration is required to receive a session ticket. Registration for the event will begin in April 1 and continue until the week of the Derby.

Please visit the Douglas County Kids’ Fishing Derby website for more information on all aspects of this event, including updates and how to register.

The Douglas County Kids’ Fishing Derby is a non-profit organization that relies on the sponsorship of its community. All donations directly benefit our child anglers in the purchase of fish, tackle, and prizes. To become a Derby sponsor, please contact Tom Zogorski by email at tomzgolf@earthlink.net.

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