Assateague State Park hosts

(June 9, 2023) Assateague State Park will be holding its annual Youth Fishing Derby from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, June 17.

According to a news release, the event is free for all and participants must be children under 16.

Participants will learn fishing techniques and try their hands at surf fishing alongside Assateague State Park employees. The employees will instruct the young anglers in proper fishing methods for the surf.

Fishing equipment will be provided but is limited, so the release said participants should bring their own equipment if possible.

Those who want to take part in the event must register at the Nature Nook, next to the Day Use parking lot at the park. The release said prizes will be awarded to the winners.

For more information, contact Carly Brukiewa at 443-397-0078, or carly.brukiewa@maryland.gov.