Matawan Borough Annual Kids Fishing Derby Contest & BBQ,
Schedule
Sat Jun 06 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Lake Lefferts | Matawan, NJ
The Matawan Recreation Department with Washington Engine Co. #1 is casting out an invitation to kids ages 0–15 for our annual Kids Fishing Derby & BBQ, where the fish are biting, the laughs are flowing, and someone definitely thinks they will catch a shark.When: June 6, 2026 from 10AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Lake Lefferts Park (Ravine Drive, Matawan)
Prizes given in age groups (0-3, 4-7, 8-11, 12-15) for: Biggest fish and Smallest fish (Yes, both matter equally in this very scientific competition)
And when the fishing wraps up, join us for Hot dogs, chips & drinks provided by Washington Engine Co. #1.
NJ Fish & Wildlife will be on site with fun resources reminding kids to get “hooked on fishing, not drugs”.
Bring your best fishing skills, or just your best “I totally meant to do that” energy.
Please note, this is a FREE EVENT, but registration is required. Go to https://app.seemylegacy.com/.../2738/campaign/8878/overview to save your spot.
Where is it happening?
Lake Lefferts, 19 Ravine Dr, Matawan, NJ 07747-2923, United States
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