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Fishing Derby 2025
September 13 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
This is not an official pack event, but listed as a convenience for families that want to attend.
What: 2025 Brooklyn Fishing Derby
Where: Prospect Park: Lake Shore
Who: Hosted by the Greater New York Councils. For more info, see the event website, or contact Kirsten Clementi, GNYC Support Team, or Paul Francois.
Itinerary
- 10am – Check In
- 10am-11am – Make your own fishing pole
- 11am – Time To Fish!
- 3pm – Awards/Closing
Awards will be given
1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Cub Scouts (overall)
1st, 2nd, 3rd Place for Scouts BSA (overall)
Details
- Catch and release fishing only. All NY State fishing rules and regulations apply at all times.
- A DEC issued freshwater fishing license is required for anyone aged 16 and older. For NYS fishing license information, visit the DEC website at https://www.dec.ny.gov/permits/6091.html. A one-day fishing license is available for purchase online for $5.
- Lead-free fishing sinkers are required for ½ ounce or less weights. Lost or discarded lead weights dissolve slowly over time. Exposure to low amounts of lead is toxic to both humans and wildlife.
- Barbless hooks are required. Barbless hooks are easier to remove, causing fewer fish injuries.
- Non-stainless-steel hooks are recommended. If lost or swallowed by a fish, non-stainless-steel hooks will rust, dissolve, and disappear quicker than stainless steel hooks.
- Please carry out all trash and collect any that you see. Keep the park clean!