The seventh annual Youth Catch and Release Fishing Derby will be held May 16 at Capaha Park Pond.

Children ages 1 thru 15 are invited to test their fishing skills. The event is free to all participants.

There will be many door prizes, including rods and reels, tackle boxes and other fishing equipment. Some bait will be provided but participants are encouraged to bring their own bait and fishing equipment.

Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. There will be a casting contest conducted by the Breakfast Optimist Club and the Missouri Department of Conservation will be on hand to answer any question. Lunch will provided by the Breakfast Optimist Club.

For more information, call 335-5421 or 334-2859.