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A Quick Guide to Derby Weekend

The Kids' Fishing Derby is open to ALL Children ages 3-12 years old.

It is FREE to fish the Derby, but Pre-Registration is REQUIRED to receive your entry ticket.
Registration will begin at 9:00AM on April 1, and end on June 5 at 4:00PM.
The Derby will take place on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, 2026 - and has 7 Sessions lasting an hour and a half each.
Child anglers will be assigned their session ticket by Age Group: * Preschool Age - 3 to 5 years old * Regular School Age - 6 to 12 years old.
Preschool Age anglers will be allowed One Parent into the fishing area.
Regular School Age anglers will be fishing independently, with Derby volunteers.
Children will be allowed to fish 1 session in the Derby, and are permitted a 2 fish limit.

Child anglers will be provided everything they need to have a fun,

and rewarding, fishing experience.

Loaner Rods can be borrowed from the Bait & Tackle table located directly behind the Pavilion near the Preschool Gate Entrance. You may bring your own rod and reel, just be sure to have it inspected by our Derby Volunteers to be sure its within the guidelines for the event.
Bags for caught fish will be made available by Derby volunteers along the creek, and ice will be delivered during the session by River Supply Carriers to keep fish fresh.
Volunteers will also be equipped with nets, needle nose pliers, hook removal tools, replacement hooks, and extra bait.
A Fish Cleaning Station is located to the lefthand side of the Pavilion to assist young anglers and their families. Please do not clean your fish at the creekside.

Prizes will be Awarded :

- To Each Child Angler as a special Gate Prize - as a Thank You for attending the Derby.
- For the "First Fish Out" - meaning the first fish caught at the Derby on Saturday during Session 1.
- For each Tagged Fish Caught throughout the Derby weekend. (Only 300 / 4000 possible)
- To one child per session, as the Big Fish Winner of that session.
- To the overall Big Fish Winner of the Derby, for the largest fish caught overall during the event.

Derby Safety

The Derby is a busy place, and its important to be aware of your surroundings. To ensure you're being safe, be sure to:

- Dress for the weather. Although typically warm, Nevada weather is known for changing in a matter of hours. We suggest wearing light weight, and light colored, clothing for sunnier conditions, and a light weight long sleeve and pants for stormy or windy conditions. It has snowed over Derby weekend in the past, and thunderstorms are common in the Spring.

- Wear Closed Toed Shoes, with at least ankle length socks.

- Apply sunscreen, and consider wearing sunglasses and a hat.

- Stay hydrated, and remember to eat as necessary.

Water will be available for free at the Food Court,

and numerous water fountains can be located around the Park.

Some signs of heat exhaustion include dizziness, shortness of breath, red skin, and excessive sweating. If at any point you feel faint, please sit down and ask a Volunteer for assistance.

- Always walk with the tip of your rod up in the air, with the hook secured to the rod.
Swinging hooks can snag skin, clothing, and surfaces and lead to injury.

- Never attempt to remove a hook if injury occurs.

We have a Nurse's Station located at the front of the Pavilion,

as well as First-Aid kits at the Bait & Tackle Table and Fish Cleaning Station.

- Remember that there is absolutely NO overhand casting on the creek.

- Coolers, tackle boxes, and strollers are not permitted inside the orange fencing.

Space is limited within the fishing areas and these items tend to become trip hazards.

- If you are assisting a child angler in the Preschool area, and are in need of accommodation for mobility equipment, please speak to our event coordinators and we will gladly assist you.

- Keep on eye on your fellow Derby goers. Everyone is here to have fun and safety is our top priority. If you see something, say something -

Both On & Off-Duty Emergency personal will be in attendance at the Derby.