Kids' Fishing Derby all set for June 3-4

Here's another reminder that registrations are still being accepted for the 17th annual Kids' Fishing Derby.

That special event for the children of this general area will to be held at Lampe Park in Gardnerville on Saturday and Sunday, June 3-4.

The Kids' Fishing Derby, one of the largest, free derbies in the United States, is open to all youngsters in this area, ages 3-12.

There is no charge for registration or for participation.

The tiny anglers will be assigned to six different time periods on those two days. Those time periods are:

Saturday:

8:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

12:30 noon.

Sunday:

8:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

12:30 noon.

Special Note:

The three Saturday sessions were almost all filled up, as of Wednesday. The three Sunday sessions have lots of vacancies.

In addition:

There is one special session on Saturday afternoon, beginning at 2:30 p.m., that is reserved for only children with special needs.

All registrations will be on a first-come, first-served basis for all regular time periods.

Registration forms are available in Douglas County at the Douglas County Parks and Recreation Department at 1327 Waterloo Lane in Gardnerville (782-9828).

Volunteers are still needed:

The Kids' Fishing Derby is still seeking additional volunteers to assist with the derby.

According to Chairperson Rodrigues, there is a need for about 300 volunteers for the two days to ensure that the derby runs smoothly, both days. So, if you haven't signed up, yet, give her a call. She needs help.

Among the various activities requiring volunteers are:

1. Manning the registration desk for each session.

2. Selling doughnuts and hot coffee in the mornings.

3. Supplying "loaner" fishing poles and reels to youngsters who don't have their own equipment.

4. Baiting the youngsters' hooks with Power Bait.

5. Manning the entry gates.

6. Untangling fishing lines, snarls or snags during the actual derby.

7. Netting the fish that are caught.

8. Cleaning the trout after they are caught.

9. Manning the prize table.

10. Working in the snack wagon selling a variety of food and drinks.

11. Cooking a large number of hamburgers and hot dogs on the outdoor grill.