Canton Parks and Rec's Annual Youth Catfish Derby

Name: Canton Parks and Rec's Annual Youth Catfish Derby
Start: 2026-05-16T08:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-05-16T11:00:00-04:00
Location: 12th Street & Harrison Ave. NW, Canton, Ohio 44708

Schedule

Sat May 16 2026 at 08:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC-04:00

Location

12th Street & Harrison Ave. NW, Canton, Ohio 44708 | Canton, OH

Cast your line and reel in a big one with Canton Parks and Rec! Join us at Westbrook Park Pond for a fun morning of fishing and prizes for youth ages 4-15.
THE EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, REGISTRATION ENCOURAGED
There are three age divisions for prizes: 4-8, 9-12, and 13-15. Winners and runners-up in each age group will receive prizes. Parents are not permitted to fish, but they can help younger children with baiting and taking fish off hooks. All catfish must be alive to be measured and eligible for prizes.
REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 1
Pre-register online beginning March 1 through May 1, 2026. Walk-up registration will be allowed on the day of the event, but pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
This event is provided in collaboration with Stark County Federation of Conservation Clubs, Myers Lake Sportsman Club, Fin Feather Fur Outfitters, and Ohio Outdoor Sports.