County-sponsored contest takes place June 4 in township
Fishing derby taking registrations
Registrations are being taken for the Somerset County Park’s annual youth fishing derby from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 4, at the Sourland Mountain Preserve, East Mountain Road, Hillsborough.
The derby is open to both novice and experienced fishermen and women ages five to 14 and is divided into age groups: Pee Wee, 5 and 6 years; Junior, 7 to 10 years, and Senior, 11 to 14 years. Prizes will be awarded for total weight of fish and for the largest catch.
Thanks to donations by ATON Computing and Somerset County-based Rogue Bass fishing club, ponds normally stocked by the state Division of Fish and Wildlife will provide ample opportunities for anglers.
Donations of prizes and awards have been received from area businesses.
A $7 registration fee will go to the county Park Commission’s Therapeutic Recreation Department, which provides recreation opportunities to children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Pre-registration is required and must be received by Friday, May 27. No on-site registration will be accepted. Applications and information may be obtained online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or by calling 908-526-5650 or NJ Relay Service at 711 for individuals with a hearing or speech impairment.
The derby is held in conjunction with Rogue Bass, and is co-sponsored by ATON Computing, Inc.
Contestants must sign in between 9 and 9:45 a.m.

