05/19/2026
🎣 Get ready to join the catch! The 2026 Annual Terry Hummel Memorial Youth Fishing Derby is coming up , and it is completely FREE! Bring the family out for a day of fun, fishing, and fantastic prizes.
Here are all the details you need to know:
📅 Event Details
• When: Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Where: Sunbury American Legion Post 457 & Upground Reservoir, Otis Street, Sunbury, Ohio
• Who: Everyone is welcome, young and old! It's a wonderful opportunity for the whole family to fish together , with special prizes available for youth ages 1–18.
✨ What’s Included?
• 🎣 Free Gear & Access: Everything you need is provided at no charge, including poles, bait, and access to the fully stocked reservoir! (Youth are also welcome to bring their own pole if they prefer ).
• 🌭 Free Lunch: Hot dogs, chips, pop, water, and snacks will be provided for everyone.
• 🎁 Awesome Giveaways: The derby is famous for its prizes! Free raffles and fishing prizes will include poles, tackle, handmade lures, and Cabela's gear.
• 🌲 Outdoor Demos: Check out fishing and outdoor demonstrations throughout the day.
🚀 How to Join
There is no pre-registration required! Just show up ready to fish and have a great time
🌐 For more details: Visit www.americanlegionsunbury.com
❤️ Thank You to Our Awesome Partners!
This free event is made possible thanks to the continued support of our amazing community partners:
• Prize Sponsor: Cabela's Polaris
• Food Sponsor: Big Walnut Grill
• Bait Sponsor: Cheshire Market
• Program Sponsor: ODNR Division of Wildlife
• Volunteer Support: Scouting America Troop 701/7701
• Fishing Pro Support: Hartley's Hawgs Big Walnut Fishing Team
In person meetings have resumed Monthly meetings generally held 4th Thursday of the month-except for Nov/Dec due to holidays