Kids' carp fishing derby July 25 at Washoe Lake State Park

Staff Reports

Washoe Lake State Park and the Nevada Department of Wildlife host a kids' carp fishing derby, 8 a.m. July 25. Prizes will be awarded for the largest carp caught by children in different age categories. The minimum age is 3 years old.

Participants are asked to provide their own tackle. A limited number of rods are available for use by those who do not have their own fishing equipment. A parent or guardian must accompany all children under 16. A fishing license is required for those 12 years of age or older.

Register for this event at (775) 688-1559.

The event is at Little Washoe Lake near the intersection of U.S. 395 and the north end of East Lake Boulevard. The program is free however there is a $7 per vehicle entry fee to the park. Nevada residents receive a $ 2 discount.

The Nevada Division of State Parks plans, develops and maintains a system of parks and recreation areas for the use and enjoyment of more than 3.3 million visitors a year. The division was established in 1963 by the Nevada Legislature to form a new state park agency within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The division manages and maintains 25 parks, historic sites and recreation areas in Nevada.

Information, www.parks.nv.gov