Kelowna Summer Fishing Derby

Kelowna Summer Fishing Derby

Saturday, June 17, 2017

The Derby is catch and release and open to all ages. We are looking for the longest Rainbow Trout in Okanagan Lake. We are encouraging catch and release pratises and will be declaring the winner(s) based on length of the fish only. The prize will be awarded to the entrant who catches the longest Rainbow Trout.  

The Summer Derby is now Open for Registration.

Tickets for the Summer Derby are $65 plus GST ($68.25).  Every participant MUST have a ticket purchased and be registered. (If you register online, you will need to pick up your registration package at one of the registration locations prior to going out on the water on Saturday).

You can register online or in person (click here for registration locations and dates/times). 

A Custom Ruler is required* (see below)

*Custom Ruler - $20 - Everyone in the derby needs a custom ruler. You only need one per boat & if you have one from a previous derby, you don't need to buy another one. Click here to purchase.

Every participant will be entered to win a World Class Catch & Release Sturgeon Fishing Package courtesy of Fred's Custom Tackle.

• Feel free to launch your boat anywhere you like and you are permitted to fish the entire Okanagan Lake. Fishing Derby will commence at 6 am on June 17 and end at 3:30 pm on the same day. Last measurement eligible 3:30 pm. No exceptions.

• All photos must be taken on an official "Kelowna Fishing Derby" ruler with the appropriate validation bracelet. All other photos will be disqualified.

PRIZES:

• $4000 for the Longest Rainbow Caught.
• 2nd Place - $1000
• 3rd Place - $500
• Sturgeon fishing package
• Plus random prizes throughout the day

For more details of the Derby click here. For complete Rules of the Derby click here.

This Fishing Derby is being put on by the BC Sport Fishing Guide (www.suncruisermedia.com) and Rodney's Reel Outdoors (www.kelownafishing.com).

The Derby is fully insured and if for some unforseen reason the Derby needs to be cancelled or re-scheduled, every participant will be notified in writing and the full entry fee will be reimbursed.