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Youth fishing event in Cherokee

Youth fishing event in Cherokee File photo

The Talking Trees Children’s Trout Derby will be held from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 3 at the Oconaluftee River Islands Park in Cherokee. 

Fishing poles and bait will be provided, and participants will get a t-shirt. There will also be opportunities to win prizes. Children from age 3-11 are welcome to participate. This event is accessible to children with disabilities.

Children will each receive a meal ticket, and food trucks will be on-hand to feed the parents.

In-person registration will be held Aug. 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Cherokee Welcome Center, and online can be completed at visitcherokeenc.com/events/talking-trees-childrens-trout-fishing-derby.

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