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Annual Fishing Derby McGennis Youth Center

 Annual Fishing Derby June 1

 

 

A fishing derby, co-sponsored by the Fourth of July Committee and McGennis Youth Center, is set for Sunday, June 1 at the Center. Registration will begin at 5:15 p.m. at the east shelter house near the tennis courts. The derby will run from 6 to 7.

A parent or guardian must accompany each child. The event is open to children ages 3 through 15. The fishing contest will be held in four age groups and prizes will be awarded in each age category. A hot dog roast will follow. The hot dogs are donated by the Rich Hill Café.

McGennis Youth Center is located five miles west of Rich Hill on A Highway then four miles south on Route WW. Watch for signs.



Annual Fishing Derby McGennis Youth Center

  Annual Fishing Derby June 1     A fishing derby, co-sponsored by the Fourth of July Committee and McGennis Youth Center, is set for ...