Lebanon OH
6-14-2026 10:12pm

Catching A Fish Is just Part Of The Fun At Armco Park's Annual Cops & Bobbers

Grandpa and dad worked together to help this 2 year old catch his first fish at WCPD 2026 Cops and Bobbers

WARREN COUNTY, OH --  Warren County Park District's Armco Park was filled with kids of all ages Saturday, as families came out to the annual Cops and Bobbers hosted by Friends of the Warren County Park Disrict. 

These siblings were enjoying the day on the lake fishing.

Along with FREE fishing, children from ages 0 to 16 enjoyed some friendly fishing competition, while meeting local park rangers, Warren County Sheriffs, Turtlecreek Township First Responders, and many other organizations that help make Warren County Parks safe and special.

While most families fished around the boat dock area, some moved across the bridge to the shady cove area.

Matt Latham, Executive Director of the Warren County Park District, expressed his thanks to all the volunteers and park employees for making the day and event so successful. 

Bryan, an Armco Park worker, helps a young girl get her pole unhooked from the American Flag.

"We don't have the exact number yet, but probably close to 400 people attend Cops and Boppers this year," Latham said.

WCPD Executive Director Matt Latham stops to talk to a young fisherman.

The Warren County Ohio Beekeepers club and Warren County 4-H club also had stations set up for families to visit. 

Beekeepr Bernie Elkman shared the importance of bees as visitors to the table were able to witness live bees behind glass working on a honeycomb.

While many stopped to see the bees on the honeycomb, others stopped to feed or just get an upclose and personal look at the alpacas on their way to grab their FREE lunch.

A dad and his two little ones stop to check out the alpacas.

To wrap up the fun morning, guest were invited to a free lunch at the Jones Pavilion as they waited to hear who won the fishing derby and get a door prize.

FWCPD Treasure Robin Reitz helps direct people to the lunch line.

Winners for the 2026 Cops and Bobbers Fishing Derby

6 & Under age group:
Bass: Isaac R
Bluegill: Nathan W
Catfish: Leo W
Other species: Ellis W

7-11 age group:
Bass: David P
Bluegill: Tucker M
Catfish: Dirk M
Other species: Oliver F

12-16 age group:
Bass: Daniel P
Bluegill: Daniel P
Catfish: Michael R
Other species: Jerzie M

More photos in the gallery below....

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Warren County Sheriff Deputies stop to grab a bite to eat before helping to announce the winners
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People waiting outside the Jones Pavilion for the winners to be announced.
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