2nd Annual Pike Fishing Derby on Big Lake

Cast a line and make a difference! Trout Unlimited and the Big Lake Chamber of Commerce are hosting an Invasive Pike Derby on Big Lake! Join us for a fun day of fishing as we take on invasive northern pike and compete for amazing prizes. 

 

Two ways to win: Longest pike or most pike caught
First place for adults (longest fish): Mercury 20 hp outboard motor
2nd place for most caught: $500 cash
3rd place for second most caught: $350

 

First place for kids (longest fist): $500 cash
2nd and 3rd places also win cash prizes!

Registration opens at 6am at Burkeshore Marina. 

This event is free, but any donation will go to the Big Lake Chamber of Commerce.

Suggested donation:
15 and older: $20
14 and younger: $10

 

Demos on delicious pike preparation and boat cleaning. Kid's activities and prizes as well. Food and drink available. 

Fishing licenses required. Free boat launch from Burkeshore Marina. 

 

Explore AK Services generously donated the top 3 prizes for adults and kids. Other funders and sponsors include: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission, and Burkeshore Marina. 

 

Partners include: Trout Unlimited, Big Lake Chamber of Commerce, MatSu Salmon Habitat Partnership, and Alaska Department of Fish & Game.

 

Contact D.D. at the Big Lake Chamber of Commerce with any questions: 907-892-6109