Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking comment on fishing contests proposed for the upcoming winter season.
Participants must comply with state fishing regulations, including daily and possession limits. Most contests require catch-and-release fishing and participants in these contests may not keep any fish.
Applications for contests may be approved, denied or approved with conditions. Conditions placed on contests may help to minimize fish mortality, regulate harvest, reduce user conflicts, or require additional access site maintenance when needed.
Information on the proposed derbies can be obtained by contacting FWP at 406-444-7319, or by email: [email protected]. Send comments by Sept. 12 to: FWP-Fisheries Division, Attn: Public Comment on Fishing Derbies, Box 200701, Helena, MT 59620-0701, or email them to: [email protected].
Proposed 2014-2015 Ice Fishing Derbies
Northwestern Montana, Region 1
Dec. 27— Sunriser Lions Smith Lake Family Fishing Derby – Smith Lake
Jan. 10— The Perch Assault – Smith Lake
Jan. 11— Ice Duels Montana – Smith Lake
Jan. 24-25— Fisher River Valley Winter Fishing Derby – Thompson Lakes
Feb. 1-28— 12th Annual Perch Pounder – Region 1 Waters
Feb. 7-8— The Lodge at McGregor Lake Annual Fishing Derby – McGregor Lake
Feb. 14— 15th Annual Snappy Sport Senter – Lake Mary Ronan
Feb. 21— Ryan Wagner Memorial Ice Fishing Derby – Murphy Lake
Feb. 21— The Perch Assault – Middle Thompson Lake
Feb. 28— Canyon Kids Christmas Fun Lion Lare Fishing Derby – Lion Lake
March 7— The Perch Assault – Lake Mary Ronan
March 8— Gol-Fishing Ice Tournament – Lake Mary Ronan
March 14-15— 4th Annual Bitterroot Bash – Bitterroot Lake