The Ogdensburg Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting its 8th annual Sandbar Classic Fishing Derby on Sunday, July 15, 2018. The event is sponsored by Hosmer’s Marina, The Dirty Gringo, Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center and the family of the late Al O’Marah.

Fish submitted can be bass, perch, northern pike and walleye.Top three fish from each division will receive trophies or plaques and a share of the money pot. Fishing is restricted to the St. Lawrence River, and will be from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m, any after 3 pm will not count. Weigh-ins will take place at Hosmer’s Marina. Entrants may submit one bass, northern pike, walleye and/or perch to be weighed-in. Each species of fish will be weighed and its length measured. Anglers only can bring the fish to the weigh-in! Winners will be determined by weight, in a tie, the length will determine the winner. All NYS fishing regulations apply. No alcohol may be possessed or consumed during tournament hours by participants. Participants will conduct themselves in a safe, courteous and ethical manner at all times. Any conduct that could negatively reflect on the fishing derby will be grounds for disqualification. All final decisions will be made by the Ogdensburg Parks and Recreation Director.