Cast a line with dad at Schaumburg’s Father’s Day Weekend Fishing Derby

Cast a line with your dad and grandpa Father’s Day weekend!

Submitted by Schaumburg Park District

Fish, food and fun are promised at the Schaumburg Park District’s annual Father’s Day Weekend Fishing Derby from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Volkening Lake, 900 W. Schaumburg Road. Fishers are divided into age groups of 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17 and a father’s group. Prizes will be awarded for shortest fish, longest fish, most fish caught and most unique catch in each age group.

“We’re looking forward to seeing a great turnout at the event.” says Jen Gorczyca, aquatics supervisor for the district. “It will be a beautiful day with lots of smiling faces having fun.”

Participants receive a hot dog, chips and soda. Fishers must bring their own poles and bait.

Preregistration ends at 5 p.m. Friday, June 14. The preregistration fee is $8 for residents and $12 for nonresidents. Day-of registration is $10 for residents and $14 for nonresidents.

For more information, call (847) 490-7020 or visit www.parkfun.com.

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