Map & Derby Rules
Map & Derby Rules
Orange zones are closed for the derby.
1. Tyee Rule- To support the big chinook gene pool on the BC coast, we
strongly encourage fish over 30 pounds to be released. A released
Chinook over 30lbs will take priority rank over one of equal or larger size
that has been retained. Chinook over 30 pounds can be measured then
released and entered via video of measurements at weigh in. Details
about how to accurately measure and document your fish will be
available. The below salmon weight calculations and graph will be used
to determine weight by all anglers. Thank you for being eager to support
salmon genetics.
2. Fish must be bled with clear evidence it has been done.
3. Anyone with a fishing license on your boat must pay the derby entry fee.
4. All DFO fishing rules must be followed and all participants must have
fishing licenses.
5. Map: Sub-areas highlighted in orange are closed for the duration of the
derby (as shown below). However, all sub-areas east and west of the
map remain open. For example, you can fish Port Hardy area.
DERBY WEEKEND FAQ
Fuel is available in Port McNeill at North Island Marina 8am-5pm.
Use channel 14 to communicate with the weigh-in station.
Cash only for 50/50 and raffle prizes, burgers by cash donation.
Sointula Salmon Day Festival is happening in Sointula on Saturday
August 22nd. A shuttle to the event will be available from the harbour
from 1-4pm.
Visit our website at www.sointulasalmonshowdown.com for a live
leaderboard!
For video entries, please present to weigh-in. A video entry is your entry for the day. 1 fish per person, per day can be entered whether by video or hanging at the scale.