Despite another strange winter, the Andover Fish and Game Club (AF&G) is eagerly preparing for the 32nd annual Willis Nowell Memorial Kids Ice Fishing Derby on Saturday, March 5 (bad weather date: Sunday, March 6).

This Derby is for kids 15 and under and will be held on Eagle Pond in Wilmot, off of Route 4. Registration begins at 9 AM, and the derby runs from 9:30 AM to noon. Tackle and bait will be provided, and there will be plenty of free food and drink. Lucky prizes, participation ribbons, and trophies will be awarded to the kids with the best catches.

Come join the AF&G for a fun time with the family. Call 735-5311 with any questions.

Thank you to everyone who has attended our fundraising events, which make it possible for the AF&G to sponsor fun, family-friendly experiences like this Derby. An important mission of the AF&G is to educate the public, particularly children, about the outdoors, wildlife, and outdoor sports such as hunting and fishing. We always appreciate your support.

Thank you, as well, to Club members and their families and to supporters of the AF&G who donate time, money, and supplies to our events.