The Carman & District Game & Fish Club held its annual banquet Jan. 24, drawing a sell-out crowd of hunting and fishing enthusiasts.
Big game entries are displayed for a group photo
Club vice-president Jeff Wytinck described the event as a “fantastic evening” enjoyed by all in attendance. The night featured member awards, a catered meal by the Carman Golf and Curling Club, multiple gun draws and a silent auction.
Participation in the club’s big game head and large fish categories more than tripled from last year, with 17 entries in the big game category and 41 fish submissions.
Wytinck said the club is pleased with its continued growth and the opportunities it brings to the community, while also thanking sponsors and supporters for their contributions. The club’s next event is the Stephenfield Ice Fishing Derby, scheduled for March 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Further details will be shared on the club’s Facebook page.
Game & Fish Award Winners:
• Largest rifle season deer and largest overall: Jason Rheault, 148 3/8”
• Largest rifle season deer (youth): Hudson Davis, 131 4/8”
• Most even over 100”: Hudson Davis
• Largest non-typical: Greg Snider, 134 6/8”
• Largest perch: Matthew Leith, 14.25”
• Largest perch (youth): Ezra-May Leith, 14.25”
• Largest walleye: Luke Lowen, 30.25”
• Largest walleye (youth): Nixon Nakonechny, 23”
• Largest pike: Matthew Leith, 42”
• Largest pike (youth): Chayston Major, 25”
