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SMUD ’ s annual trout derby [ 4 ] at Rancho Seco Recreational Area begins Saturday , April 6 . Thousands of pounds of trout and prizes are up for grabs . Anglers reeling in the heaviest catches will win cash and prizes , including an adult and youth grand prize for the heaviest trout caught awarded each day . Adult grand prize : Fishing kayak Youth grand prize : Fishing kayak Grand prizes are provided by The Fish Sniffer magazine and Angler ’ s Press Outdoors . The fishing event has become a tradition for many and has attracted thousands of local participants since it began in 1993 .

DATES & TIME Saturday & Sunday April 6 & 7 , 2024 6 a . m . to 6 p . m . daily ( rain or shine )

LOCATION Rancho Seco Recreational Area , 14960 Twin Cities Road , Herald , CA 95638

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SPRING 2024 DERBIES

• Rec 4 Vets - March 16th

• Get Out And Fish - March 23rd

• NorCal Trout Anglers Challenge - April 13th

• KAST for Kids - April 20th

Anglers can cast a line into the 160-acre lake from the shoreline or one of six fishing piers . Small boats with electric motors are also allowed ( no gas motors ). In addition to trout , the freshwater lake is home to bass , bluegill , redear sunfish and crappie . In preparation for the derby , Rancho Seco Lake was recently stocked with thousands of pounds of catchable trout .

Registration takes place on both days of the derby between 6 a . m . and 10 a . m ., rain or shine . Derby tickets are $ 5 per person for the twoday event and $ 12 parking fee at the park gate . A valid California state

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fishing license is required for those 16 years of age or older . Anglers hoping to win a prize must weigh their fish at the official weigh station between 2 p . m . and 4 p . m . on the day of the catch . For complete rules , visit smud . org / RanchoSeco [ 5 ]. The 400-acre Rancho Seco Recreational Area offers more than just fishing . The full-service facility offers picnic areas , RV and tent camping sites , a beach and swimming spots . Kayaks , rowboats , paddleboards and fishing boats are available to rent . Rancho Seco Recreational Area is 25 miles south of Sacramento , approximately 15 minutes east of Highway 99 on Twin Cities Road . For more information about the derby , camping and safety at the park , visit smud . org / RanchoSeco [ 5 ] or call ( 800 ) 416-6992 .

Tsasdi Resort , located on the Sacramento arm of Shasta Lake offers 20 acres of private property for guests to enjoy during all seasons . Tsasdi features 20 cabins with one , two or 3 bedrooms . All the rustically retro cabins have amazing views of the lake from private decks . The cabins are fully equipped with kitchens , linens , TV , private BBQ ’ s and more . There is also a beautiful heated swimming pool , 230 foot concrete dock , game room , satellite TV and much more . They also have complimentary for guests use ; kayaks , stand-up paddleboards , and canoes all ready for you to use at no extra charge . Tsasdi Resort also has an incredible venue for weddings , retreats and reunions . For more information , give them a call at 530-238-2575 or go to www . tsasdiresort . us

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