The Northern View in support of North Coast Community Services is proud to announce the inaugural The Northern View Tyee Fishing Derby to be held in Prince Rupert on Sept. 7.
More than $7,000 in cash and prizes are up for grabs in two categories: salmon and halibut.
A $2,000 cash prize will be awarded to the largest legally-caught salmon and halibut, as well as second and third prizes of $1,000 and $500 respectively.
There will also be hidden weight and door prizes given away.
To enter the derby, simply purchase a ticket for $25 at The Northern View, Sea Sport Outboard Marina, Pacific Net and Twine and Bob’s on the Rocks. Tickets can also be purchased the day of the event until 9 a.m. at Rushbrooke.
For further information call Sherry Beal at: 250-627-7166 ext 2002.
or e-mail sbeal.nccs@citywest.ca
*All proceeds from the derby go directly to the North Coast Community Services.
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Derby guidelines:
* All provincial and federal sportfishing regulations are in full effect including possession and size restrictions. No exemptions or exceptions.
* Maximum length of halibut (head on) 126 centimetres. No exemptions or exceptions.
*All fish entered must be caught on the day of the derby.
* Expect all fish to be inspected.
*Expect fisheries officers to be patrolling waters and weigh-in.
*Only one fish may be weighed in per ticket.
*Weigh-in begins at 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. at 737 Fraser Street, Prince Rupert, B.C.
* All fish must be caught by rod and reel.
* The Northern View, Black Press Media and North Coast Community Services accepts no liability for any participant for any reason.
* Decisions by derby officials are final and not subject to appeal.
