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From fishing competitions, derbies and special events, Niagara Falls USA is the place to be to enjoy this popular outdoor angling adventure, and the chance to hook a big payday!
Each year, New York State offers free fishing days/weekends, allowing anyone to fish the fresh waters of New York State, and no fishing license is required. It's a great opportunity to try fishing for the first time, or a chance for the whole family to participate. Below is a list of upcoming free fishing days/weekends for 2024:
Pendleton Lions Club Kids Fishing Derby
June 8, 2024
This fishing derby will be held at West Canal Marine Park from 9 a.m. to noon. No cost, and includes lunch and prizes.
Northern Niagara County Kiwanis Club Kids Fishing Derby
June 8, 2024
This fishing derby will be held at Wilson Tuscarora State Park from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. for children in kindergarten to 8th grade. No cost to enter. Please contact Northernniagarafishingderby@gmail for more information.
Wilson Conservation Club Annual Kids Fishing Derby
June 15, 2024
This fishing derby will be held throughout the waters of Niagara County from 8 a.m. to noon. No registration is required and measurement of fish will take place at the club, located at 2934 Wilson Cambria Road, Wilson. Open to ages 3-14, and you must be in line by noon. Please contact Joe at 716-260-6825 for more information.
Newfane Youth Fishing Contest: Hooks for Harry
June 22, 2024
This fishing contest will be held at the Town of Newfane Marina from 8 a.m. to noon. The no-cost event is for children ages 4-15. Register the morning of the event at the harbor, located at 5818 W. Main St., Olcott. For further information, please contact Vic at 716-778-4482.
Niagara County Federation of Conservation Clubs Fishing Contest
June 29, 2024
This fishing contest will be held at the N.R.A.A. Wilderness Preserve, located at 1136 Balmer Rd., Youngstown. Open to the first 40 kids to register. Please contact Paul at 716-998-8910 for more information.
13th Annual Lake Ontario Counties (LOC) Summer Derby
June 29-July 28, 2024
Grand prize is $10,000 for biggest salmon. Weekly prizes for the divisions ($1,000 for salmon and $500 for trout), $30,000 overall. Check out the website for all the details for this new summer event or call (888) REEL-2-IN.
Lake Ontario Counties (LOC) Fall Trout and Salmon Derby
August 16-September 2, 2024
Over $70,000 in cash and prizes, including a $25,000 Grand Prize for the largest trout or salmon caught during this event. Help anglers celebrate the return of the mighty king salmon on Lake Ontario! Sign up in local tackle shops or call (888) REEL-2-IN. You can also click here for more info or to register.
Reelin’ for a Cure Tournament (One Day Ladies-Only event)
August 16, 2024
This 7th annual ladies’ event will once again be held out of Wilson and Olcott. It’s a great way to celebrate life and pay tribute to cancer survivors. Call Stephanie at (716) 481-6388 or click here for more information.
49th Annual Greater Niagara “Fall Classic” Derby – A Fish Odyssey
August 16-25, 2024
The journey continues with another great event set for 2024 – 49 years of derbies! Species categories include salmon, rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout, smallmouth bass, carp, and walleye. All have a chance to win the Grand Prize. For more information, call (877) FALLS US or check out the Facebook page. Kids are FREE in a special youth division.
36th Annual NYPA Wildlife Festival
September 21-22, 2024
Held in conjunction with National Hunting and Fishing Day weekend, this event is co-sponsored by the Niagara County Federation of Conservation Clubs and held on the grounds of the Power Authority’s Visitor Center in Lewiston. Free admission.
Greater Niagara Fishing Expo
February 13-16, 2025
Join us at the annual Greater Niagara Fishing Expo at the Niagara Falls Convention Center in Niagara Falls, NY. This pure fishing show and expo offers over 300 hours of fishing education and 100+ booths of fishing exhibitors.
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