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Pittsfield: Wild Acres Fishing Derby
10:48AM / Monday, May 06, 2024
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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The City of Pittsfield Conservation Commission has announced that they and Lyon Aviation will sponsor a free Fishing Derby for youth 14 and under Saturday, May 11 at the Wild Acres Conservation Area (rain or shine).
 
Volunteer support will be provided by the Onota Fishing Club to assist with dressing fish, providing fishing tips and techniques, baiting, etc. The derby will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until 12:30 p.m. 
 
Trophies will be awarded at 12:00 p.m. to those who catch the largest fish (length & weight). Bait will be provided.
 
The first 100 children will receive a free food voucher. Food will also be available for purchase from Ozzie's Steak & Eggs.
 
The accessible trail down to the pond is open. Wild Acres Conservation Area is located off of South Mountain Road in Pittsfield.
 
For more information, contact Maddy Brown, Recreation & Special Events Coordinator, at (413)499-9371.
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