Parks & Trails hosting fishing derby

The Greene County Parks & Trails is hosting an evening fishing derby from 7-9:30 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 24, at Spring Lakes Park, 2191 Ferry Road.

Participants need to be 14 years and older. Prizes will be awarded in several categories.

Participants in the catch-and-release derby are not required to have a Spring Lakes permit for this event. Fishermen planning to keep fish caught during the derby or outside the derby hours will require a permit.

The Bait House will be open for supplies. A suggested donation of $2 per participant is requested to help stock the pond.

For more information, call 937-562-6440 or email jbowman@co.greene.oh.us. STEVEN MATTHEWS

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