Anyone manage to get out this weekend? just wanted to re-post this update below for those who want to compete in the galiano derby on May 25th. I'm signed up already and hoping to get a fish or two in prior to the derby. Gonna need to sharpen up my catch & release skills for this year I suppose
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New post from the Galiano Derby facebook page:
OK, the derby is now just over 2 weeks away! We are excited to get out there and catch (and release) some salmon and have a great time doing so.
Attached is the 2019 Official Rules Sheet. Please save a copy on your phone or print it out. Given the recent regulatory changes we had to get creative in coming up with a new catch and release format. There were a lot of options kicked around but ultimately we are going with one that prioritizes fun, fish safety, and honesty above a more tightly patrolled event.
Full details attached but all you need to know is that if you catch a chinook salmon you must take a picture of the fish (either in the water or in the boat with a tape measure showing the length of the fish to the nearest cm) and then show that picture to derby officials prior to 5pm at Montague Harbour. Whether your fish is 62cm, 68cm, 78cm or any other length, you have a good chance to win a great prize! In many case, a smaller fish will mean a better prize than a larger fish so there's no incentive to 'stretch' the tape measure
There are also hidden weight prizes for retained lingcod and halibut (within DFO regulations of course).
If you haven't registered yet get on it!!! Visit the link below:
https://www.psf.ca/event/2019-galiano-salmon-classic
OR, sign up in person with Amber at
Montague Harbour Marina on Galiano Island.