Hi fellow Steelheaders. Another successful derby! It was the best weather for a derby in a long time, sunny and warm all day. We had about 8 fish weighted in. I have to say it was a great derby for me, everybody was a huge help getting things organized for this event.

Well the winning fish came in at 4:58. With 3 casts, Scott Kidwell landed the big fish (8.1lbs) and ran all the way back to get it weighed. Nice fish Scott.

The placing’s for the derby were:

• 1st Scott Kidwell – 8.1
• 2nd Brandon McConkey – 7.2
• 3rd Dio McConkey – 6.8
• *and Dio also had the C-R with 31″ long.

The junior division went to Cory Munro 4.6lbs. He is the holder for Spring & Fall derbies. Come on kids let’s get him in the fall. Ha Ha!

With 81 seniors & 8 Jr., it was a great mix of people and everybody had fun. Even if it was your first time fishing bows. Everyone put in a great effort.

Well folks it was great working with all of you and I had a great time hosting the events. I would like to say a special thanks to Hammonds (Guelph) Angling outfitters (Woodstock) – Ron Plaskett (Port Elgin), Ken Heath for all your support with prizes and donations. Also a big thank- you goes out to Dar, Mike, Kirk, Brian, Pam, Pete, Cory, and Bill. Thanks guys. And one more thing …Take the turnip!

Thanks again,
Dave