Fishing derby in Lake Zurich

The 32nd annual Dick Schick Fishing Derby for ages 16 and under will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Sunday, June 16 at Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road in Lake Zurich.

Participants must register on the day of the event before starting to fish. Registration is free at Shelter A.

Fishing can’t begin before 9 a.m. to be eligible for prizes and must be registered by 11:29 a.m. Participants can fish from the shore of Paulus Park, from boats or other shoreline areas.

There are five categories of fish: bass; muskie; northern; panfish; and walleye. Bring your own fishing pole and bait.

This fishing derby celebrates and honors Lake Zurich resident and former community teacher Dick Schick who ran this free community event for 25 years.

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