MILFORD, PA ― Pike County children aged 15 and under have the chance to catch a variety of trout and compete for prizes at the 27th annual Commissioners’ Fishing Derby on Saturday, April 26  at Lily Pond on Schocopee Road. The derby will kick off at 8 a.m., rain or shine, and run until noon. 

Fishing poles, tackle boxes, and bait, bobbers and lures will be awarded to the largest trout caught in each age group. 

Each child must have their own registration signed by a parent or guardian to participate. Registration is free and can be completed online at www.pikepa.org/fishingderby. Online registration will close at 4 p.m. on Friday, April 25, but participants can still register on the day of the derby. Regardless of registration method, all participants should report to the cabin on arrival to check-in.

Lily Pond will be stocked with a combination of 500 brook, golden and rainbow trout, made possible by a generous donation of $5,000 from Northwell Health. Stocking will take place at 7 a.m. on Derby Day. Participants are welcome to help.

The Pike County Commissioners would like to thank the many local sponsors for their continued support in making this event a great success. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of the 27th annual fishing derby, contact the Pike County Commissioners’ Office at 570/296-7613 for information on sponsorship opportunities.