7th Annual Jasper Youth Trout Derby

This year's Jasper Youth Trout Derby will take place on January 12, 2008 between 10 a.m. and noon at the Jasper City Park Pond.

It is a FREE event for youth 16 years of age and younger. No pre-registration is required - so just bring the kids out for this fun fishing event.

Prior to derby, the Jasper City Park Pond will be stocked with 1,800 rainbow trout.

Prizes will be awarded in three different age categories for:

• largest trout
• smallest trout, and
  
• largest other species caught.
  

Drawings for additional prizes will take place at the conclusion of the event.

All participants are encouraged to bring their own rod and reels. However, a very limited number of rods and reels will be provided for those who need them.

Fishing bait (earthworms and kernel corn) and tackle (hooks, sinkers, and bobbers) will be provided.

Free hot dogs and drinks will also be served. No fishing licenses are required for youth 16 years of age or younger. The daily bag limit for rainbow trout is 5 fish and participants are welcome to harvest up to 5 trout at the event.

For more information regarding the trout derby, contact the Texas Parks and Wildlife Inland Fisheries Management Office at (409) 384-9572 or email inquiries to: todd.driscoll@tpwd.state.tx.us