STOCKTON — The San Joaquin County Parks and Recreation and the Delta Fly Fishers will host the 28th Annual Catfish Derby on Saturday, June 2, at Oak Grove Regional Park. Gates open at 6:15 a.m.

Event competition is open to everyone. Kids age 15 years and younger fish free at Oak Grove’s 10-acre lake during the event. Nearly 2,500 pounds of catfish will be planted prior to the derby, with Oak Grove Lake closed to fishing on Friday, June 1. Anglers will compete for prizes in similar age groups (8 and under, 9 to 12, 13 to 15 and adult competition) and food will be available for purchase.

There is no registration fee for the event, however, a $5 fishing permit fee and valid California fishing license are required for those 16 years of age or over. A $5 vehicle-parking fee will also apply, as will all State Fish and Game laws. Participants must provide their own fishing equipment.

Oak Grove Regional Park is located on Eight Mile Road and Interstate 5 in Stockton. Derby registration closes at 10 a.m. and the last weigh-in is at 12:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded shortly thereafter. For more information, call (209) 331-2050 or log onto www.mgzoo.com.