Annual Burrell Lake Park Kids' Fishing Derby planned for June

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Annual Burrell Lake Park Kids' Fishing Derby planned for June

Mary Ann Thomas | Wednesday, May 15, 2019 3:46 p.m.

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Ryan Wass (right) of Lower Burrell pulled in a bluegill during the 2017 Burrell Lake Park Kids’ Fishing Derby in Lower Burrell. Rich Myers from the Tri-County Trout Club measured the fish and released it back into the lake.

The annual Burrell Lake Park Kids’ Fishing Derby is scheduled for June 8.

The event, which runs from 9 to 11:30 a.m., will feature free fishing, free lunch and a grab bag, and prizes for the biggest fish caught. Registration will be from 7:30 to 9 a.m. All activities are free for children 15 and younger.

The derby is sponsored by the Tri-County Trout Club, the Lower Burrell Parks Commission and American Legion Post 868.

There will be a limited number of loaner rods and reels on hand as well as bait. Young anglers are encouraged to bring their favorite fishing bait and lures.

For more information, visit Tri-County Trout’s Facebook page or call 412-298-0964.

Burrell Lake Park is located at 209 Delberta Rd. in Lower Burrell.

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