The 36th annual OFAH Under the Lock Fishing Derby is back for 2025, offering more fun and excitement for anglers of all ages. Building on last year’s record-breaking turnout, the 2025 derby promises to be another memorable event for the whole family.
Things kick off on April 26 with the youth derby for children 15 and under featuring goody bags, a hot dog lunch, 500 stocked trout for instant prizes, plus a chance to win one of four grand prizes. The all-ages derby starts the next day and runs through May 4, welcoming all anglers, and once again featuring tagged fish with cash prizes sponsored by local businesses.
GRAND PRIZE INFORMATION
The prize for catching “Walter” is back and $1,000 cash will go to the lucky angler who catches the big rainbow trout, estimated to weigh between five and eight pounds. Additionally, we’ve added a second grand prize of $500 cash, which will go to the angler who catches a fish affectionally named “Gordon” in honour of longtime volunteer Gordon Bowley.
WHAT ELSE IS NEW?
A new addition this year is the first annual high school derby on May 1. “We’re excited to offer high school students a chance to try their luck at trout fishing. The day includes five hours of fishing, lunch, instant prizes and a chance to catch tagged fish for cash prizes,” Layfield adds.
REGISTRATION
Registration is required for all participants and can be completed online at ofah.org/underthelock or in person at Peterborough Canadian Tire locations. Register by April 10 for a chance to win some of the $4,000 in early bird prizes.
