Lake Lenore Lions 16th Annual Ice Fishing Derby

Lake Lenore Lions 16th Annual Fish Derby

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Come join us for the 16th Annual Fish Derby hosted by the Lake Lenore Lions! It's time to grab your fishing rods, pack your bait, and head over to Lake Lenore Lung's for a day of fishing fun!

Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-time fisherman, this in-person event is perfect for all skill levels. You'll have the chance to showcase your fishing skills and compete against other fishing enthusiasts.

With the picturesque Lake Lenore Lake as our backdrop, you'll enjoy a day filled with excitement, friendly competition, and the opportunity to catch some impressive fish. Don't forget to bring your lucky fishing hat!

Join us on this special day to celebrate our love for fishing, connect with fellow fishing enthusiasts, and create lasting memories. The Lake Lenore Lions 16th Annual Fish Derby promises to be an unforgettable experience!

Saturday, January 17, 2025

Registration 11:00 am - Fishing 1:00 am - 5:00 pm

Catch and Release Only - Walleye, Northern Pike and Perch

Entry fee $75 – ONLINE PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY (closes at 6:00 pm Friday January 16, 2025)

Register by going to Eventbrite: https://tinyurl.com/lakelenorederby2026

NO LUNCH OR REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ON THE LAKE

50% Cash payout (1st 50%, 2nd 25%, 3rd 15%, 4th 10%)

$500 Bonus for largest Walleye – Horizon Fertilizers

$250 Largest Perch Prize – Lakeview Insurance Brokers

50/50 – Last year it was over $5800!

GREAT PRIZES! Over $30,000 of prizes, all entries are eligible for prizes. Will be drawn during the derby and posted on a board at the weigh station and at the exit. Please claim your prize on the way out!

A big THANK YOU to all of our generous sponsors once again!

RULES:

ALL KIDS OF ALL AGES ON THE ICE, MUST BE REGISTERED AND PAID IN FULL

ACCESS/ENTRANCE ON TO THE ICE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK! THE LAKE LENORE LIONS CLUB ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE!

• Fishing huts, heaters, and electronics are allowed!

- All Sask. Fishing regulations will apply.

- Area will be marked off where fishing is permitted. No one without a paid ticket will be allowed to enter the marked area.

- After you register you will be permitted to set-up your ice shack and drill your holes….but you are NOT ALLOWED to put your lines in the water until the start time. Anyone found with lines in the water before the start time WILL BE DISQUALIFIED with no refund and not allowed in designated derby area.

- Fishing starts with a horn signal at 1:00 PM and ends with a horn signal at 5:00 PM.

- Ice rods/reels and buckets must remain outside tent until horn blows to signal the start of the derby.

- At 12:45 every person must be outside their shacks or outside the boundary until the horn signals the start of the derby.

- No trucks, snow toboggans or ATV’s are allowed in the fishing area, they must be parked outside the boundary or on shore. Please do not park right next to boundary edge or park too many vehicles in one area.

- Drill your own holes, paid entrants are permitted 2 holes no more than 25 meters apart.

- If you decide to move, your previous holes are available to any other fishermen.

- Fishing huts and electronics are allowed.

- Authorities will be around at the start and throughout the day to check out shacks, holes and lines.

- Fishermen must keep the fish alive in a large bucket or preferably a cooler when brought to the weigh station. The fish MUST be released alive to be entered. If your fish cannot swim away on its own it is not eligible. NO EXCEPTIONS!

- All dead fish must be brought to weigh station also. You may not keep any fish during the derby. This is a Sask Fishing rule and if caught you will be fined accordingly.

- After catching a fish bring it to the trailer or a flagged vehicle where someone will assist you with your fish to the weigh station.

- Judges decisions are final.

- Unregistered people cannot fish in registered people’s holes anywhere is the designated area.

- Registration numbers must be visible at all times.

- Participants must be in line at the weigh station when the horn goes to end the derby, in order for fish to be eligible.

- All prizes and donations will be awarded, we will draw for these in the event that no fish are caught.

- Bring all fish caught to weigh station, regardless of size.

- All registered fisherman are eligible to win the prizes.

- NO PRIZES for first &/or last fish caught during the derby.

50/50 draw will take place after the derby during the awards presentation. Only 1 ticket will be drawn. In the event that the winner isn’t present, there will not be a re-draw.

Official Rules and Prizes sheet to be handed out upon registering.