Squam Bay readying for 62nd annual Fish Derby on July 9

The Squam Bay Fish Derby on Adams Lake is in its 62nd year and still going strong.

The Squam Bay Fish Derby on Adams Lake is in its 62nd year and still going strong.

This much anticipated event will be taking place on July 9 and anglers are advised to purchase their $15 tickets early if possible.

The derby is single barbless hooks only, with no fish under two pounds accepted, and only game fish will be weighed.

There is $600 up for the first prize, and $200 for second. there are many other prizes as well including a $50 door prize and a hidden weight prize.

Tickets can be purchased at the Adams Lake Store, Barriere Auto Parts, Barriere Timber Mart, Christy Allen in Brennan Creek, or call Sue at 250-672-9615, or Jacki at 250-672-5750.

You can also purchase your ticket at the boat launch at Squam Bay the day of the event between 6 a.m. – 9 a.m.

For more information regarding the Derby call one of the phone numbers above.

Barriere Star Journal