On June 21, 2025, the Van Wert Parks Department will be hosting a FREE children’s fishing tournament for ages 3-13. The tournament will take place at the Smiley Park Pond next to Leeson Avenue from 9am-10am. We ask that each child bring their own fishing pole, tackle, and bait for the tournament. A parent, grandparent, or legal guardian must be present with the children who are participating. There will be two separate age groups (ages 3-7 & 8-13) with each group having a first place prize for the largest fish caught. Raffle prizes will also be given out after the conclusion of the fishing tournament and Van Wert Soil & Water Conservation will also be present with an exhibit and prizes. Fishing will begin right at 9am, so please arrive early to claim your fishing spot. No registration is required, just show up and join us for some fishing fun! Questions can be directed to the Jubilee Park Office (419) 238-9121.
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Youth Fishing Tournament
Date: June 21, 2025
Time: 9am-10am
Location: Smiley Park Pond
Cost: FREE
Prizes For: Largest Fish

Contact Us
137 Gleason Avenue
Van Wert, Ohio 45891
Jubilee Park
(419) 238-9121
Kyle Klinker – Parks Department Superintendent
kklinker@vanwert.org
Monday-Friday, 7:30AM to 4PM ET
Lunch Hour 11:30AM to 12:00PM ET
Park Hours
Memorial Park – 6AM to 10PM
Fountain Park – 6AM to 10PM
Jubilee Park – 6AM to 11PM
Smiley Park – 6AM to 11PM
Rotary Soccer Complex – 6AM to 11PM
Rotary Park – 6AM to 10PM
Reservoir Boat Launch – 6AM to 10PM
Franklin Park – 6AM – 10PM with Splash Pad – 10AM – 8PM