Welcome Spring with 39th Annual Fishing Derby and Rocket Academy at Deer Lake!
Scouting America’s Connecticut Yankee Council is hosting this perennial favorite. Pro tip: you do not need to be a Scout to participate! All youth are welcome to participate but you do need to preregister.
Go Fishing! Catch trout at the 39th Annual Fishing Derby!
Blast Off! Build and launch rockets at Rocket Academy!
Do one—or do both! Choose morning, afternoon, or split session
$30 per activity (includes lunch and a patch)
$50 for both activities
$10 Lunch only (no fishing or rocket)
Only youth (under 18 yrs. of age) are eligible for derby prizes.
Youth must be accompanied by an adult. Attendees not fishing may register for lunch for $10 each.
There is a FREE “Learn to Fish” program (sign up when you register for the Derby).
Youth registered for the Learn to Fish program may borrow fishing gear for their session. A limited number of fishing poles will be available.
Feel free to bring your own bait or purchase some from our bait shop at the event.
Registration limited to 250 participants per session. Registration deadline is April 9, 2026. The event is held rain, snow or sun. No refunds.
Questions: contact the council Activities committee: activities@ctyankee.org
