INDIANAPOLIS — The Eagle Creek Park Foundation is hosting its 13th annual Kids Fishing Derby from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 7 at Eagle Creek Park’s Coffer Dam, located at the first right south of the 71st Street gate on the city’s northwest side. The family-friendly event is free for children ages 4-14. All participants receive a cookout-style lunch and goody bags. Special features include entertainment and prizes by the Pacers Fan Van, and
music from 107.9 the Mix. McGruff the Crime Dog will make a special appearance along with park animals from the park’s nature centers.
Live bait is provided. Participants are asked to bring their own fishing equipment, although a limited amount of fishing poles will be available if children cannot supply their own. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers will be available to help bait and hook, and demonstrate casting techniques.
Pre-registration is required by Thursday, June 5 at 5 p.m., and space is limited to the first 400 participants. The $5 gate admission fee is waived for pre-registered participants.
Entry forms are available at the Eagle Creek Park office, 7840 W. 56th St., or online at www.EagleCreekPark.org.
For more information, call 317-327-7116, or email Alex Upchurch at aupchurch@perq.com