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Wallingford Bassmasters Girl Scout Fishing Derby

On June 3rd, 2006 under gray skies, more that 65 Wallingford Girl Scouts along with their partners came to the shores of Mackenzie Reservoir in Wallingford for a Town Wide Fishing Derby. The girls came fully prepared for a morning of fishing with rods, coolers, chairs and of course rain gear. The morning started with the horn blasting at 7:30 to signal the start of the derby. It didn't take long for Kristen Cappetta to come up to the Wallingford Bassmasters weigh-in tent with the first catch of the day. As the day progressed under occasional heavy down pours many fish were being weighed in. The girls needed to bring their fish directly to the weigh in tent upon being caught to ensure the fish would be returned to the water alive. All fish were caught in the catch and release basis. By the end of the derby there were many fish caught including yellow perch, calico bass, sunfish and even catfish. There was also a snapping turtle caught by Laureen Blum who received the trophy for the most unusual catch of the day. The top winners for the biggest fish were Anna Carbuti-1st, Nicole Connelly-2nd and Brianna Eroh-3rd. All were awarded trophies for their fish. After the horn blasted signaling the end of the derby, the girls gathered for a raffle. Special thanks to Lunker City, Tournament Force tackle, Uncle B's Bait and Tackle and the CBFN for their generous donations. Even though Mother Nature was not necessarily on our side that day, a great time was had by all.

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