Kids fishing tournament rescheduled for June 9

The fourth annual Andy & Opie Kids Fishing Tournament has been rescheduled to Saturday, June 9 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., in Milton Memorial Park. All children must be accompanied by an adult and have a waiver signed at registration in order to participate in the tournament. Winners will be announced at 1 p.m.

Attendees may bring fishing rods and tackle to the event if they have them, or rods will be available to borrow. Free fishing bait will be provided, and free hot dogs will be available at 11 a.m., courtesy of Irish Eyes.

Cash will only be needed for local gift card drawings, the 50/50 raffle and treats from The Frozen Farmer Ice Cream Truck.

There will be divisions for girls and boys in age groups of  7 and under, 8-12 and 13-17. There will be many chances to receive trophies and prizes.

At the end of the tournament, a free fishing rod or tackle box will be provided to the first 300 children registered. First-, second-, and third-place trophies will be given for the longest fish caught between 9 a.m. and noon. Two trophies will also be presented for the overall biggest catch of the day, as well as a Goober’s Choice Award. The overall tournament winner will receive a custom Andy & Opie fishing rod, crafted by the local PC Rods, a $300 value.

For more information, go to www.getkidshooked.com.