The fishing webpage has been updated with the 2026 information. https://cherokeerodandgunclub.com/fishing/
FISHING POND
2026 Catfish Derby
Saturday, June 6th, 2026 8:00am - 1:00pm
The Catfish Derby is a FREE event, open to the first 50 children ages 3 to 16. All children who wish to participate must register by June, 5th, 2026. Bring your own bait and fishing gear (no live baits). Coolers may be used for up to 3 caught fish per child. FREE lunch will be served following the event. All participants will receive a T-shirt and a door prize. Check-in will begin at 8:00 a.m., with fishing from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m.
Pre-registration required
Email Marie Jones at lmariejones21@gmail.com or join the facebook group "Carl Lane Annual Catfish Derby"
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
The Catfish Derby will be held at the W.T. “Dude” Bales Pond located at Cherokee Rod and Gun Club, 4280 Reservoir Road in Kingsport, TN.
Pre-registration required!
Email Marie Jones at lmariejones21@gmail.com, or join and register on the facebook group "Carl Lane Annual Catfish Derby."
Fishing News
Fish Pond Closure
The fish pond is closed Friday and Saturday until the Catfish Derby is finished Saturday afternoon.
Catfish Derby 2024 Registration Info
Saturday, June 8th, 2024 9:00 a.m. The Catfish Derby is a FREE event, open to the first 50 children ages 3 to 12. All children who wish to participate must register by June, 3rd, 2024. All children must have adult supervision and need to bring their own fishing equipment and bait (chicken livers and power […]