The Eagleswood Volunteer Fire Co.’s fifth annual perch derby and catfish tournament/fish fry fundraiser is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, April 25 and 26. All proceeds benefit the fire company.
A captains meeting will take place at the Eagleswood Firehouse on April 25 at 6:30 p.m. One team member must attend. All anglers must be registered on April 25. Entry costs are $25 for a catfish team of two and $50 for a perch team of two, with a $10 Calcutta entry for single heaviest fish in each category. Fishermen 13 and younger compete free in the youth division unless part of a paid team.
The rules, without exception, are rod and reel only may be used; weigh-in is between 1 and 3 p.m. at the firehouse on the 26th.
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