CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Police Department will hold its third annual “Cops and Bobbers” youth fishing event on Wednesday, April 16, from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. at Nomahegan Park, 955 Springfield Avenue.
The free event is open to Cranford residents ages 5 to 13. Participants must bring their own fishing gear, though limited equipment will be available. Prizes will be awarded for the largest fish in the 5–9 and 10–13 age groups.
Check-in will take place between 8:30 and 8:50 a.m., with derby hours running the full duration. Officers will assist children with baiting, casting, hooking, and releasing.
Advance registration is required through the Cranford Police Department app or by visiting https://www.apexforms.net/cranford-pd-cops-and-bobbers/. Questions may be directed to Det. Ali Muhammad at a-muhammad@cranfordnj.org.