Reel in the fun at Jackson County Parks + Rec's 43rd annual Kids' Fishing Derby! Aspiring anglers ages 2 to 15 are invited to "seas the day" and show off their fishing skills in this FREE fin-tastic family event. Enjoy casting contests, raffles, and off-the-scales excitement as you compete for prizes awarded to the top three heaviest fish in each age group — 6 & under, 7–10, and 11–15. The first 200 participants will receive a free fishing pole thanks to our partners at Pure Fishing! Bring your own rod, reel, bait, and a bucket for weighing your catch – no pre-registration required!
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