Millburn Kids Can Participate In Fishing Derby – Millburn, NJ Patch

MILLBURN, NJ — The annual youth fishing derbies are returning to Essex County parks this year, including one at the South Mountain Recreation Complex, not far from Millburn/Short Hills.

In each derby, children will get prizes for catching the most fish and in various age categories.

On Thursday, May 26, kids can head to the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex, Orange Reservoir, Paddle Boat area. On-site registration begins at 4:30 p.m. The derby begins at 5:30 p.m. and awards will be presented at 7 p.m.

There are also several other fishing derbies around Essex County in May and June. For the complete list, click here.

The derbies are free and open to kids 15 and under. They must be accompanied by an adult and bring a pole, bait, chair, and more.

Each derby may be postponed in bad weather.

For the full list of rules, and more information, click here.