The annual Stephenfield Lake Ice Fishing Derby held on March 8, hosted by the Carman and District Game and Fish Association, was a huge success.
The event ran smoothly, thanks in large part to the dedication and commitment of committee members, as noted by the Carman and District Game and Fish Association.
The weather was favourable throughout the day, resulting in a significant increase in participants compared to last year. Out of the 326 registered participants, 50 were children under the age of 16, which was rewarding for the group to see the future of fishing enjoying the day.
“We enjoy seeing the continuous growth of our events/membership base and look forward to seeing what the future holds,” said Justin Major president of the Carman and District Game and Fish Association.
In total, 119 Northern Pike and 357 Perch were entered in the derby.
The award winners from the Ice Fishing Derby are listed as follows:
– 1st place Perch – Measuring 11.50” – Dale McGillvary – $2,445
– 2nd place Perch – Measuring 11.25” – Riley Banman – $1,223
– 1st place Pike – Measuring 41” – Registered first – Hugo Gonzalez – $2,445.
– 2nd place Pike – Measuring 41” – Registered 2nd – Abe Redekopp – $1,223
– Smallest Perch – Measuring 4.25” – Jordan Froese – $100 Co-op Giftcard
– Hidden Mystery Length – 34.75” – Brett Wiebe 33.50” – Guided Fishing Trip with GuaneFishin
– Hidden Mystery Length – 26.25” – Jordan Vandam 26.25” – Guided Fishing Trip with Out Of The Blue Aquatic Adventures.
– Kids Bass Fishing Trip Giveaway – George P. Hildebrand
– Carman Game and Fish Membership Draw – George Wolf – One week golf cart rental from Prairie Golf Supplies.
– Derby Participant Draw – Justin Reimer – 10 Hour Ice Castle rental on Pelican Lake with Ice Hole Fishing Adventures
– 10” Ion Electric Ice Auger Raffle – Owen Friesen
– 50/50 total $2,242 – Winner took home $1,121
Standard Photos by Justin Major
