Valdez Fish Derbies
Where are all the halibut fishermen?
Prince William Sound Charter Boat Association President Mel Groves operates Halibut Grove Charters in Valdez with his son Seth. Groves is concerned about regulations affecting the halibut fishing industry here in Valdez and compiled information to share with the community.
To read the editorial and find information on what PWSCBA is doing and how you can help, click here.
North Pole Man Wins $15,000 In Valdez Halibut Derby
September 04, 2012
A 264 pound halibut reeled in by Calvin Carr just a week before the end of the Valdez Halibut Derby held on to take the $15,000 first place prize at the close of the derby Sunday. Carr caught his halibut aboard the Otter Dodger on August 26th. A group of about 70 gathered at the Elks Lodge for the awards ceremony and to watch the truck drawing.
Women's Derby Top 50 Winners
Check out our list of the 2012 top 50 winners for the Women's Silver Salmon Derby, including photos and fish weights. A big thanks to all of our fun loving fisherwomen. See ya next year!
Queen of the Silver Salmon Sisterhood, Renee Canavan of Cottonwood
August 11, 2012
Here's a brief audio clip of the 2012 Kids Pink Salmon Derby champion, Theron Lee. Nice work!
Kids Derby Photos
July 17, 2012
Take a look at our Picasa photo album of 2012 derby participants!
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| Kids' Derby Photos 2012 |
Did you know?
The Valdez Fish Derbies engages in projects to benefit anglers and our community. In 2008, we purchased fish carts for the harbor. In 2009, in conjunction with other non-profits, we purchased portable picnic tables for events. Previous projects include purchase of new halibut hanging racks, buying and setting up of scales for public use.
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2013 Derby Dates
Halibut Derby
May 18 - Sep 1, 2013
Halibut Hullabaloo
June 14th - June 23rd, 2013
Kids' Pink Salmon Derby
July 20, 2013
Silver Salmon Derby
July 20 - Sep 1, 2013
Women's Silver Salmon Derby
Aug 10, 2013
Silver Big Prize Fridays
July 26 & Aug 30, 2013
