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Poppy's Annual Fishing Derby

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boy and girl fishing in pond
33rd Annual Poppy's Fishing Derby!!!

RAIN OR SHINE THE DERBY WILL GO ON!! 
DATE:  Saturday, May 10th 
NEW TIME:  9:30am - 11am
At the pond at the East Street North 
Trail. 5.4 miles from intersection of RT 4 and East Street North on the left. Goshen children ages K-5th grade. Kids bring an adult with you to hold all your fish!! 
The Derby is held in memory of Richard "Poppy" Kobylenski who served as a First Selectman for the Town of Goshen. His nephew, Dan, keeps the tradition going by taking on the task of stocking the fish.
Trophies for most weight of fish over all, and biggest fish length. 
Please register with Goshen Recreation below or call Erin 860-491-2249 / 860-601-6089
Bait available at Newbury Archery - 529 Sharon Turnpike - mention that you are participating in the derby for a special discount.
THANK YOU TO AJ'S STEAK AND PIZZA FOR DONATING THE BREAKFAST ITEMS THIS YEAR!!
THANK YOU TO DAN KOBYLENSKI FOR HELPING WITH THE FISH STOCKING!



Annual Fishing Derby
  • Bring your own fishing pole, bait and bucket for fish
  • Thanks to Dan Kobylenski!

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