Kids’ Fishing Tournament at Lake Shelbyville
•June 8, 2016•
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville is hosting a free fishing tournament for children under 13 Saturday, June 18 at Opossum Pond. The pond is located near the entrance to the Opossum Creek Recreation Area. Participants are encouraged to pre-register by calling 217-774-3951 ext. 2, though it is not mandatory.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. for the age six and under category and participants will fish from 9-9:45 a.m. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. for the age 7-9 and 10-12 category, and participants will fish from 10-11 a.m.
Prizes will be awarded for biggest fish, smallest fish, and most fish in each age division. All children will receive a certificate for participating. The tournament will be limited to bank fishing only.
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