This Derby was first started in late 80’s held at George Ryken’s pond at his farm just north of Castleton.
The tournament over the years has been put on by the Warkworth Service Club which George was a member of. The BBQ portion and any raffle tables were through Warkworth Minor Hockey.
As the membership of the service club dropped and the original members are into there early 80’s it has become difficult for them to host.
The Castleton Sports Club was asked to take it on and unanimously agreed.
The event runs from Saturday April 30th 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday May 1 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
There are a fantastic amount of items up for grabs from tournament partners “sponsors”
$4000.00 worth of items to be raffled or prizes for biggest fish and others.
Lucky Strike lures.
Pro-Advantage sports
Shimano reels, rods and tackle
Canadian bucket trucks provided two magnificent sports paintings one of Toronto Maple Leaf Mitch Marner
Battlefield Equipment Rentals
D’Bait live Bait
Castleton Sports Club will providing onsite BBQ for burgers, dogs and other items for sale.
Any proceeds are going to the club to run youth programs.
Author: Pete Fisher
Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love
