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Large crowds are expected for the annual family-oriented fishing derby known near and far as the biggest derby of its kind west of the Mississippi.
“There’s still time to sign up online and receive an early sign-up discount of $10,” said Derby Committee Chair Dennis Locke. “Apply by 11 p.m. on May 18 for the discount.”
Fees are $50 for early registrants; $60 for those registering after the deadline. The entry fee for kids (15 years and under) is $10.
Derby fishing starts at noon on May 19 and ends at noon on May 21 with an awards ceremony where prizes this year total $10,000.
Another $2,500 in prizes and merchandise, including three cash bonuses of $200, $100, and $50 will be awarded.
In the adult category, prizes range from $5,000 for first place to $40 for 20th place.
For children, the derby offers two categories of prizes for 10-year-olds and under and 11– 15-year-olds.
The prizes for both categories range from $100, 1st place to $10, 5th place.
Association President, Alvaro Valencia, encourages everyone to drop by during the derby to say hello to old friends and meet new ones.
“Come by to purchase raffle tickets, t-shirts and on the last day enjoy the awards ceremony with food, drinks and camaraderie,” he said.
Onsite registration and fish weigh-ins will again be at the Northshore Fire District Station in the Oaks at 12655 East Highway 20 in Clearlake Oaks.
Online entries are being accepted at www.clearlakeoaks.org/derby where more information can also be found.
Information is also available on the Derby Facebook Page, Catfish Derby In the Oaks, or by calling Derby headquarters at 707-596-0248.
The annual derby is a fundraiser sponsored annually by the Clearlake Oaks-Glenhaven Business Association.
All proceeds go back into the community, supporting education and sports in our school as well as other community needs.
