The Scott County Sheriff’s Department will host its annual Fishing Derby for children on Wednesday, June 11, on Cedar Lake in New Prague.
This is the 26th year the event has been hosted, providing local children with the opportunity to fish with law enforcement officers, emergency medical responders, firefighters and local fishing enthusiasts. This is a volunteer and sponsor-driven program that provides the kids with everything they need for a day of fishing on the lake, including fishing gear, food and beverages, and prizes for everyone. All the boats are privately owned and captained by volunteers.
The event is funded by corporate and individual sponsors with a common interest in furthering the department’s mission.
“The Youth Fishing Derby is designed to teach kids to fish, connect them with the outdoors and develop trusting relationships with our deputies and other emergency responders within our community,” said Sheriff Luke Hennen. “This positive interaction in an informal and relaxed setting gives these kids a better understanding of what we do and who we are.”
The derby will begin at 7:30 a.m. and end with an awards ceremony at approximately 1 p.m. Kids ages 10 to 15 who live in or attend school in Scott County are eligible to participate. The event is offered free of charge, but space is limited and priority will be given to individuals who have not participated in a previously held derby. Limited spaces are also available for participants using wheelchairs.
Prizes will be awarded, and all kids will receive participation gifts. Bait, fishing gear, food and beverages will also be provided.
All registrations must be done online. Please visit the Scott County website at https://www.scottcountymn.gov/
Questions regarding this event should be emailed to Deputy Ryan Trapp at RTrapp@co.scott.mn.us, or call (952) 292-8734.
