Blake Announces Snapper Derby

Children 13 Years Old and Under Invited to Participate

Milford, CT, September 8, 2017—Mayor Benjamin G. Blake announced that the annual Children’s Snapper Derby will be held on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017 at Lisman Landing.

Fishing begins at 6 a.m. and weigh-ins will be done 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Sponsored by the city of Milford and the Milford Sport Fishing Association, this event is open to any child 13 years old and under, and there is no fee for participation.

First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded to three children based on a total of their five heaviest fish, ten fish maximum.

Refreshments will be served around noon, and a free raffle will be held during the event.

Blake said, “The Milford Sport Fishing Association and I hope to “catch” a lot of children and their families at the event.”

Contacts: Mayor Benjamin G. Blake 203 783-3201 or Cameron Hammond, Milford Sport Fishing Association 203 464-0371

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