UPDATE: THE DERBY HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY, APRIL 18
2026 Trout Derby - POSTPONED until April 18
Currently, Irondequoit Creek in Powder Mills Park is experiencing significantly elevated water levels and unsafe conditions, making it inaccessible for both stocking and fishing activities.
If you have already registered and are unable to attend on the new date, please contact us at hsalatino@riedman.com to request a refund.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause. The safety of our participants remains our top priority.
For those who are still able to join us, we look forward to seeing you on April 18 at the same time and location.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Click here for directions to Grand View Lodge
Anglers of all ages and experience levels are invited to join us for one of our favorite spring traditions at Powder Mills Park. Whether you’re casting a line for the first time or returning to the creek year after year, this is a day you won’t want to miss!
A Community Tradition for Everyone
2026 Annual Trout Derby Sponsors
We would like to thank all of our sponsors for your ongoing support of the derby and the hatchery!
A Lasting Tribute to John and Eileen Riedman
While John Riedman’s philanthropic legacy spans many causes, the Powder Mills Fish Hatchery held a special place in his heart.
After the Hatchery closed amid county budget cuts, The Riedman Foundation stepped in – helping reopen it and sustaining it as a public resource for the community. To learn more about the history of the Hatchery, please visit the About page.
Eileen and John Riedman
