2025 Wild Acres Fishing Derby

Join the City of Pittsfield’s Conservation Commission and Recreation Program for a free Fishing Derby for youth ages 14 years old and under on Saturday, May 10, at the Wild Acres Conservation Area!

The derby will begin at 8:00 a.m. and last until 12:00 p.m. Trophies will be awarded during a ceremony between 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to those who catch the largest fish (length & weight).

Fishing poles, donated by the Onota Boat Livery, will be given away during the event. Bait will also be provided and the accessible trail down to the pond will be open.

The first 100 children will receive a free food voucher, and food will also be available for purchase from Ozzie’s Steak & Eggs.

Wild Acres Conservation Area is located off South Mountain Road in Pittsfield. This event is rain or shine.

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