Annual Trout Fishing Derby

WJU Fishing Derby at Collins Lake
Saturday April 30, 2011

This one day Trout Derby is a fantastic opportunity to experience God's wonderful outdoors while helping the university raise funds to send students around the world. All proceeds for the Derby go towards the Student Missions and Outreach Programs at William Jessup University.

Place

Collins Lake, a premier trophy trout/bass fishing destination with first class camping/RV facilities. Check out the Collin's Lake website!

Check-in

Picnic Area #3 check in begins at 5:30am. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST CHECK IN BEFORE BEGINNING TO FISH AND NO LATER THAN10:00 AM TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR PRIZES!

Time

Saturday, April 30, 2011 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Check in: 5:30am
Derby Starts: 6:00am
Weigh in: 4:00pm Awards and prizes given immediately following weigh in.

Cost

Trout Derby Entrance fee is $35/person - Jr's Free (under age 16) with a participating adult. Hot lunch is included in the fee. Trout Derby Entrance fee may be covered through participation in Fish-A-Thon, please down load the Form and Rules. Entrance fee to Collin's Lake is not included in the cost of the Trout Derby. There is a reduced gate fee of $2/person and $8/boat. (Must say that you’re part of the WJU Fishing Derby)

Who

Bring the whole family and invite your friends! No limit on the number of participants

Prizes & Free Give Aways

  • First Prize: TBD from Sportsman's Warehouse
  • Second Prize: Striped Bass Fishing Trip with Big John Guide Service
  • Third Prize: Downrigger from Johnsons Bait and Tackle

Camping and RVs

Collins Lake has first class facilities. Reservations must be made on your own. Contact www.collinslake.com , (530) 692-1600 or 1-800-286-1576. Try to get a spot near “Picnic Area #3”.

Lake Venue

Picnic area #3. Maps and other info can be received by contacting Collins Lake.

Things to Bring

Fishing poles, Fishing License, Chair, Sunscreen, Chartruese Power Bait, Kastmaster 3/8 oz. in Blue & Silver, Orange 4-5” Broken Back Rapalas, Camera, Down Rigger if weather is hot, two way radios.

Registration and Payment

Register and Pay Online
Additional registration will be accepted at the event. Bring check or cash only please.

Questions? Contact Gary Gorans at garygorans@sbcglobal.net