All Ages Fishing Derby
Youth (15 & under) and Adults (16+) | Sunday, April 27 at 9am to Sunday, May 4 at 4pmThank You for Another Successful Derby!
Thank you to all the volunteers, sponsors and participants for making the 35th Annual OFAH Under the Lock Fishing Derby a success!
We look forward to seeing everyone in 2025.
Please note that fishing will be closed from 7a to 3p on May 1, 2025 for our High School Fishing Derby
Sunday, April 27 at 9am to Sunday, May 4 at 4pm.
- $25 per adult (16+) to fish all week.
- Registered youth from the “Youth Fishing Derby” may fish daily using their existing wristband.
- On-site registration daily from 8am-9pm. Cash, debit, and credit accepted.
- Two (2) Trout per person per day may be kept. Once you have caught your two Trout you may continue to fish but must catch and release. MNRF regulations still apply for aggregate possession limit: S-5 and C-2.
- Security and Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) officials will be onsite to enforce provincial regulations.
This family friendly derby is run by generous volunteers and staff. Poor behaviour will not be tolerated.
All Ages Fish Derby Prizes
Thanks to our many generous sponsors anglers will have the chance to win Summer Day Camp enrollment and cold hard cash.
All Ages Derby – Tagged Fish Prizes
Grand Prize #1: "Walter"
$1000 cash
Value: $1,000
Sponsor: Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters
Caught by: TBD
Grand Prize #2: "Gordon"
$500 cash
Value: $500
Sponsor: Ontario Federation of Anglers & Hunters
Caught by: TBD
Grand Prize #3: "Rosie"
OFAH Get Outdoors Day Camp + $250 cash
Value: $540
Sponsor: David Rose
Caught by: TBD
Grand Prize #4: "Berty"
OFAH Get Outdoors Day Camp + $250 cash
Value: $540
Sponsor: David Rose
Caught by: TBD
Tagged Fish (TBA)
Tagged names TBA
Value: $200 cash
Sponsor: TBA
Caught by: TBA
Photo: 2019 “Walter” winner with his catch
2025 Tagged Fish Sponsors
Want to sponsor a fish for the all ages derby?
Click here for full details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below is a list of common questions surrounding the OFAH Under the Lock fishing derby.How much are derby passes?
- Youth (15 & under) are $15 with additional children of the same immediate family $10 each.
- Adults (16+) passes are $25.
Your pass (wristband/ski tag) allows you to fish the whole week (youth-only fishing on Saturday, April 26).
During the Saturday Youth Derby, are parents allowed to fish?
Parents may only assist very young children or those with mobility issues. The child must be actively involved in fishing to claim any tagged fish prize. Fishing lines must be taken out of the water if the child is not actively fishing (sleeping, eating, washroom, etc.). Please no adult fishing on the first Saturday!
How many fish can I keep?
Two (2) Trout per person per day may be kept. Once you have caught your two Trout you may continue to fish but must catch and release. MNRF regulations still apply for aggregate possession limit: S-5 and C-2.
Can I fly fish?
Fly fishing is not allowed on April 26-27 as the canal will be too busy with anglers.
Fly fishing is allowed Monday, April 28 to Sunday, May 4.
What if I’m too young/old to attend one of the summer camp grand prizes?
You may transfer the spot in camp to someone you know or it will be offered to a local youth in need of financial assistance.
When is the derby?
Youth Derby: Saturday, April 26 from 9am to 4pm.
All Ages Derby: Sunday, April 27 at 9am to Sunday, May 4 at 4pm.
High School Derby: Thursday, May 1 from 9am to 2pm.
Do I need a fishing licence?
It depends. Most people ages 18 to 65 need a valid Outdoors Card and Recreational Fishing Licence to fish in Ontario.
People under 18 or over 65, those with disabilities, and veterans do not need a fishing licence. Please refer to the Ontario Fishing Regulations for exact wording.
Can adults win the tagged fish prizes this year?
Yes. The four grand prize tagged fish (Walter, Gordon, Rosie, Berty) can be claimed by adults if not caught by the kids during the youth derby.
The sponsored tagged fish for cash prizes will be released after the Saturday youth derby and are available to win by both adults and youth fishing from Sunday to Sunday.
How do I know if I won an early bird prize?
All winners will be notified by phone and/or email. A winner’s list will be updated online and on social media.
OFAH Under the Lock Fishing Derby proudly sponsored by
Contact Us
1-800-263-OFAH (6324) ext. 254
OFAH Conservation Centre
PO Box 2800
Peterborough, Ontario
K9J 8L5
