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Young Fishermen Make A Splash At Masonicare's Derby

By Andy Hutchison

Published: Jul 26, 2016 12:00 AM

Teenage and preteen fishermen baited their hooks, cast their lines, and reeled in perch, bass, sunnies, and trout during Masonicare's Annual Fishing Derby & Family Fun Day at the facility's Keating Pond, on July 23.

Prizes were awarded for the first fish caught, most fish, and biggest fish.

Noah Dumont pulled in the first fish of the day - a 10-inch sunny; Evan Nikolis had the most fish, reeling in 13; and Abigail Gold with a 17-inch bass, won the award for the biggest fish.

The event was coordinated by the Masonicare assisted living facility Director of Dining Services Craig Dumont and Director of Facilities Rob Ulrich. Morrison Community Living was the food service company that provided hotdogs, hamburgers, and salads for a barbeque lunch, served by chef Dale DeCarli.

Residents of Masonicare got a chance to see their grandchildren and great-grandchildren enjoy time at the pond during this catch and release event.

Sandy Hook's Tony Albano removes a fish from the hook as his son Jack, left, and Evan Nikolis enjoy Masonicare's Annual Fishing Derby at Keating Pond, on July 23. (Bee Photo, Hutchison)

Winners at the fishing derby are, from left: Evan Nikolis (most fish caught with 13), Abigail Gold (biggest fish with a 17-inch bass); and Noah Dumont (first fish caught with a 10-inch sunny). (Bee Photo, Hutchison)

Sasha Kristie uses patience as he waits for a nibble on his line. (Bee Photo, Hutchison)

Brandon Macura, left, and Brain Loulis had some success during the catch and release event. (Bee Photo, Hutchison)

Tony Albano unhooks a fish while helping his son, Jack, and Evan Nokolis reel in fish. (Bee Photo, Hutchison)

Children catch fish with the help of their parents during Masonicare's Annual Fishing Derby. (Bee Photo, Hutchison)

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