WAREHAM — Grab your gear and your early morning coffee — the Tihonet Fishing Derby returns Sunday, June 1, from 5 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Tihonet Pond. 

Sponsored by the A.D. Makepeace Company, this annual event benefits the WRGC Associate Program and promises a full day of fishing, food and family-friendly fun.

Fishing kicks off at 6 a.m., with weigh stations closing promptly at 1:30 p.m. Boats may launch at 5:45 a.m. No gas boat engines are allowed.

In-person pre-registration runs Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to noon at Box Mill Hall. Day-of registration and breakfast begin at 5 a.m. on derby day.

Entry fees. $15 for adults (18–59), $15 for seniors (60+), $10 for teens (13–17  and $5 for children 12 and under. Online registration is available at Event Brite. All registrations include breakfast. 

Prizes and raffles. Big fish mean big rewards — including cash prizes and a 50/50 Lunker Pool. Raffle tickets, including a $20 grand prize drawing, will be available throughout the event. Bait will be available for purchase on site.

Registration forms are available at Wankinquoah Rod and Gun Club, Tom’s Bait and Tackle, Makepeace Farms and Box Mill Hall.