(KLZA)--The Pawnee City Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a free, catch and release fishing derby at the Pawnderosa City Pond in Pawnee City on Saturday, June 5.

Kids ages 4 – 15 are invited to take part.  Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with the event from 8 – 11:00 a.m.

The age  groups will be 4 -7;  8-11; and 12 – 15. 

All participants must be accompanied by an adult.

Bait will be provided, the kids just need to bring a fishing pole.  There will be a limited supply of loaner poles available.  

Educational fishing information will be provided and there will be a casting contest and drawings.  Smith Auto is providing a hot dog lunch following the event.

Anyone that would like to volunteer to help should contact Nanette Smith at 402-239-8838.