The Hudson River Fishermen’s Association is a group of recreational fishermen who make active use of the N.Y. Bight and the surrounding water system and are concerned with the present and future state of these fisheries. Our objectives are to encourage the responsible use of aquatic resources and protection of habitat. We assist where possible in efforts to abate pollution and promote sportfishing and the management of that recreation. We are a IRS recognized nonprofit 501c3 organization . All donations are welcome and maybe tax deductable. Click here to ask questions about donating.

The HRFA’s 4th Annual
Kiddie Rod Challenge

September 8, 2024

Registration – 7:00AM-8:00AM
Fishing 8:00AM-1:00PM.

The most fun one-day derby ever returns to the shores of Lake Sebago in Harriman State Park. NOTE: The boat launch on Lake Sebago is open. However, boaters must obtain a permit for the season. Please call 845-429-8257 for details.

You don’t want to miss all the fun!

This slightly unhinged fishing contest is the brainchild of Scott Havner. He created it for a fun day together with all proceeds going to support our Youth Angler Program.
In person registration at Lake Sebago starts that morning from 7am to 8am with fishing from 8am to 1pm. $20 donation to enter. Kids under 15 years of age are FREE. There will also be a $5 lunker pool for longest fish caught.
Trophies will be awarded for 3 largest bass entered. Freshwater bass fishing lures will be raffled-off at $1.00 per ticket. There will also be prizes for panfish for kids under 15.
Come on out and have some fun trying to land a fish on one of these rods! It truly will be a challenge in more ways than one!

For more information contact Derby Organizer Scott Havner by phone 845-300-1562 or email him at fishon7231@verizon.net.

Rules are as follows:

·       Must fish with push-button spincast reel and pole no longer than 40″. Go out and get your favorite superhero rod & reel!

·       Largemouth and smallmouth bass only. (Special Panfish Category for youth under 15 years old.)

·       All lures and bait allowed.

·       Fish must be photographed with ruler in photo to determine length and sent via text to Scott Havner 845-300-1562. We encourage catch & release.

·       Winners will be determined by length of fish and time of photo received will be the tie breaker.

·       Fishing from boat or shore allowed. Boats must have Harriman State Park permit. Please call 845-429-8257 for details.