Exploring beyond the regular seasonal festivities, the latest Stardew Valley Update 1.6 introduces players to two exciting fishing mini-festivals. Among these events is the highly anticipated Trout Derby Festival.
Set against the backdrop of summer, the Trout Derby Festival offers a leisurely fishing experience, allowing players to unwind from their usual farm chores. It not only serves as a platform to showcase your fishing prowess but also presents a unique opportunity to bag exclusive rewards. Curious about how to dive into the Trout Derby and claim your prizes? Let's dive in.
Conquering the Trout Derby Festival in Stardew Valley
Scheduled for the 20th and 21st of Summer, the Trout Derby kicks off promptly at 6:10 AM, with a pre-event notification alerting players in advance.
During these eventful days, a fisherman sets up a bustling booth near the river close to Marnie’s Ranch in the Cindersap Forest. The primary activity at the Trout Derby Festival involves casting your line into the river to reel in Rainbow Trout.
Rainbow Trout, commonly found in the waters around the Cindersap Forest during sunny summer days, pose a manageable challenge for seasoned Stardew Valley anglers. Mastery of fishing mechanics is key to landing these prized catches.
Each successful catch of a Rainbow Trout or a Treasure Chest presents a slim chance of obtaining a coveted Golden Tag. These tags can be bartered with the fisherman at the tent for exciting rewards.
Unveiling the Array of Trout Derby Rewards in Stardew Valley
Upon presenting a Golden Tag to the fisherman, a variety of rewards await players. The initial prize unfailingly comprises a Tent Kit. Subsequent rewards are randomly drawn from the following list:
- 1x Bucket Hat
- 1x Crab Pot
- 3x Mystery Box
- 1x Diamond
- 1x Mounted Trout
- 20x Deluxe Bait
- 2x Triple Shot Espresso
- 1x Quality Sprinkler
- 1x Warp Totem: Farm
- 3x Omni Geode
The first reward is a lucky dip. However, subsequent prizes strictly follow the sequence, guaranteeing a Bucket Hat after every trio of Omni Geodes.